The NBA regular season is burning, and the Clippers are back from seven consecutive road wins and will face the Pelicans at home. What made the team even more excited was that the Timberwolves and Thunder suffered unexpected losses one after another, allowing the Clippers to successfully climb to the top of the West. This is the first time they have risen to the challenge as No. 1 in the West.
Before the game, the Clippers released an updated injury report, and the good news is that all the team's main players are back, including Zubac, who rested in the previous game, and he will return strongly. In the last back-to-back game, the team cautiously rested Zubac in order to ensure that he was in perfect condition. This time back at home, he will face Valanciunas and will hopefully give the team more advantages on the inside.
Zubac's return will enhance the height of the Big Four, although he will need to gradually adjust to the pace of the game. Thankfully, the team has been in hot form lately and has plenty of depth inside. In the starting lineup, Leonard, George and Harden showed a good understanding, and coach Tyronn Lue also made a reasonable rotation plan.
As the core of the second team, Willow injected positive energy into the team every time he played, allowing the Clippers to maintain their energy and offense after the bench players came on the court. This is essential to avoid passive situations and maintain control of the game.
What made the Clippers even more excited was that they had a surprise on their day off after a seven-game trip. The Timberwolves suffered a 23-point comeback from the Bulls in the game, giving the Clippers a chance to finish second in the West. The Thunder lost to the Jazz away, making the Clippers directly rise to the first place in the West. The team was delighted with the change, but they also knew they needed to strengthen their position.
In this fierce competition, the Clippers will face the Pelicans to win five straight games and consolidate their lead in the first place in the West. Looking back at the last meeting between the two teams, the Clippers won by 16 points on the road, and this time at home, the odds are even better. They know that only by winning can they stick to the first position; If it loses, it could fall to fourth place in the West.
Against the Pelicans this time, the Clippers need to play well, maintain the winning streak, and lay a solid foundation for the fight for first place in the West. The morale of the team is high and they are looking forward to the challenge at home. And what are your expectations for the Clippers? Do you think the return of the Big Four will help the team stay at No. 1 in the West? Feel free to leave a comment to share your thoughts and comments. The run-in and adjustment before the game made fans look forward to the wonderful performance of the Big Four even more. The combination of Leonard, George, Harden and Zubac will be the focus of attention. The tacit understanding and cooperation of the four players in their respective positions will bring more variety of attacking options to the team and create more problems for the opponent.
The Pelicans are not easy to deal with, and Zion's explosiveness and McCollum's consistent performance are worthy of vigilance. In the last meeting, the Clippers ended in victory, but the stubborn resistance shown by the Pelicans is also fresh in people's minds. This match is destined to be a fierce contest, and the battle of strength between the two teams will trigger passionate shouts from the fans.
As the game progresses, the situation on the pitch may change, and the performance of the Big Four will be the difference between victory and defeat. Harden's playmaking and scoring prowess, Leonard's dominance, George's all-round performance, and Zubac's strong defense on the interior will be one of the highlights of the game.
And a suspenseful showdown in the game will come to an end. Will the Clippers be able to hold on to the top spot in the West at home and earn a crucial win? Or whether the pelicans will initiate.
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