The Los Angeles Clippers visit the Los Angeles Lakers at the Crypto.com Arena on Tuesday, November 25, 2025. The game starts at 11:00 PM and will be broadcast on NBC. The Clippers have a record of 5-12, while the Lakers stand at 12-4.
The Clippers, coached by Tyronn Lue, are ranked 12th in the Western Conference. They recently lost to the Cleveland Cavaliers, 105-120. The Lakers, led by JJ Redick, hold the 3rd spot in the Western Conference. They have won their last four games, including a recent win against the Utah Jazz, 108-106.
Los Angeles Clippers Team Preview
The Los Angeles Clippers are experiencing ups and downs this season. They recently lost to the Cleveland Cavaliers, 120-105. Ivica Zubac had a strong game with 33 points and 18 rebounds.
Before the loss to the Cavaliers, the Clippers secured a victory against the Charlotte Hornets. They scored 131 points, with James Harden contributing 55 points. This win was a highlight in their recent games.
The Clippers have struggled with consistency, evident in their loss to the Orlando Magic, 129-101. James Harden scored 31 points in that game but it wasn’t enough. They will need to improve on both ends to turn things around.
Los Angeles Lakers Team Preview
The Lakers have a solid field goal percentage, ranking first in the league at 50.6%. They are also leading in two-point percentage with 62.0%. This efficiency helps the team score an average of 117.2 points per game.
Luka Dončić leads the team, scoring 34.5 points per game. He also contributes with 8.8 rebounds and 8.9 assists per game. Austin Reaves is another key player, adding 27.6 points and 7.3 assists on average.
The Lakers recently won three straight games, including two against the Utah Jazz. In the most recent game, they narrowly defeated the Jazz 108-106. Despite Deandre Ayton’s absence due to a knee injury, the team continues to perform well.
Betting Prediction
The Lakers are good at scoring with a high field goal percentage. They rank first in field goal percentage and two-point percentage. This efficiency helps them score consistently.
The Clippers allow a lot of three-pointers, ranking low in defending against them. The Lakers, however, are not strong in making threes. This mismatch might not hurt the Lakers much.
The Lakers’ defense is solid, allowing fewer points compared to the Clippers. They rank better in points allowed per game. This can limit the Clippers’ scoring chances.
- Pick: Lakers -4.5
