Los Angeles is set to pursue its fourth consecutive victory when the Clippers meet the Detroit Pistons. This exciting matchup will take place in Inglewood, California, at 9 p.m. EST on Sunday.
Current Standings and Performance
- Detroit Pistons: 24 wins – 7 losses, first in the Eastern Conference.
- Los Angeles Clippers: 9 wins – 21 losses, 13th in the Western Conference.
The Clippers are hoping to extend their winning streak, having won three games in a row. However, their home record stands at 5-8. They have struggled in close games, with a poor record of 1-6 in matches decided by three points or fewer.
Meanwhile, the Pistons are performing well on the road, boasting an impressive record of 11-5. They rank sixth in the Eastern Conference, averaging 26.9 assists per game, with Cade Cunningham leading the team at 9.6 assists.
Scoring and Defense Statistics
- Pistons Average: 121.0 points per game.
- Clippers Average: 111.5 points per game.
- Pistons Defensive Average: 112.9 points allowed per game.
This matchup features contrasting statistics. The Clippers average 111.5 points, slightly below the 112.9 points allowed by the Pistons. Defensively, the Pistons rank well, giving up 26.9 assists per game.
Key Players to Watch
- James Harden (Clippers): 26.3 points per game on shooting 44.1%.
- Cade Cunningham (Pistons): Averaging 26.5 points, 6.3 rebounds, and 9.6 assists.
- Tobias Harris (Clippers): 16.0 points and 7.0 rebounds per game.
- Brook Lopez (Clippers): Averaging 9.0 made three-pointers over the last 10 games.
Recent Form
The Clippers have a mixed record in their last ten games, going 4-6. They have averaged 110.9 points, alongside 40.2 rebounds and 23.4 assists per game while shooting at 47.7% from the field.
On the other hand, the Pistons have won seven out of their last ten games. They averaged 121.0 points, with 46.7 rebounds and 28.8 assists, shooting at 46.9% from the field.
Injuries
- Clippers Injuries:
- Bradley Beal: out for the season (hip injury).
- Derrick Jones Jr.: out (knee).
- Ivica Zubac: out (ankle).
- Pistons Injuries: None reported.
With both teams showing unique strengths and facing different challenges, the upcoming game promises to be an exciting contest. Fans will be keen to see if Los Angeles can clinch its fourth straight win against a formidable Pistons side.
