Clippers vs Lakers Prediction, Odds, NBA Picks for Friday, Feb. 20
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Key Points:
- The Los Angeles Clippers (27-28) will face the Los Angeles Lakers (33-21) on Friday at 10:00 p.m. ET at Crypto.com Arena, with the Lakers favored by 8.5 points and the over/under set at 226.5 total points.
- Despite the Clippers' sub-.500 record, they have been performing strongly over the past two months, making them a favored pick to cover the spread (+8.5) even if Kawhi Leonard does not play.
- The Lakers have struggled against competitive teams recently, and their decreased use of Deandre Ayton may impact their interior defense, while the Clippers' athleticism and offensive firepower, including Bennedict Mathurin, could
