<p>The Los Angeles Clippers and the Brooklyn Nets will meet at the Barclays Center on Friday. This game marks the beginning of the NBA regular season for both teams. The Clippers hold a record of 13-23, while the Nets stand at 11-23.</p> <p>Both teams are looking to improve their standings early in the season. The Clippers are led by Head Coach Tyronn Lue and play in the Western Conference. The Nets, with Head Coach Jordi Fernández, compete in the Eastern Conference. Both teams have had recent losses, which adds to the importance of this game.</p> <h2>Clippers vs Nets Game Day Info</h2> <ul><li>Sport: NBA</li><li>Teams: Los Angeles Clippers vs. Brooklyn Nets</li><li>Venue: Barclays Center</li><li>Date: Friday, January 9, 2026</li><li>Betting Odds: Clippers -2.5 (-111), Nets +2.5 (-109), Clippers MoneyLine -148, Nets MoneyLine +125, Over/Under 213.5</li></ul> <h2>Los Angeles Clippers Team Preview</h2> <p>The Los Angeles Clippers head into their next game with a recent record of ups and downs. They recently lost to the New York Knicks by 12 points, finishing with a score of 111-123. In their previous game, they managed a narrow victory over the Golden State Warriors, winning 103-102.</p> <p>Kawhi Leonard remains a key player for the Clippers. He averages 28.0 points, 6.4 rebounds, and 3.5 assists per game. However, his availability is uncertain due to an ankle sprain.</p> <p>James Harden is another crucial player for the Clippers. He averages 25.6 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 8.0 assists per game. Harden and Leonard lead the offense, but the team faces challenges with injuries to other players like Bradley Beal and Derrick Jones Jr.</p> <h2>Brooklyn Nets Team Preview</h2> <p>The Brooklyn Nets recently faced the Orlando Magic at home. They lost by a close margin of 104-103. Michael Porter Jr. led the team with 34 points and played 38 minutes.</p> <p>In another home game, the Nets secured a win against the Denver Nuggets, scoring 127-115. Michael Porter Jr. again stood out with 27 points and 11 rebounds. Day'Ron Sharpe contributed 17 points and had an impressive field goal percentage of 66.7%.</p> <p>The Nets rank 30th in the league for points per game, averaging 109.3. They also struggle with rebounds, ranking last with 39.9 per game. However, their defense ranks 9th in points allowed per game, showing some strength in this area.</p> <h2>BTB Betting Pick</h2> <p>The Clippers are favored by 2.5 points against the Nets. Given the Clippers' higher scoring average of 112.1 points per game compared to the Nets' 109.3, they are likely to cover the spread. The projected score is Clippers 112, Nets 109, suggesting a close game but with the Clippers covering the -2.5 spread.</p> <p>The total for the game is set at 213.5 points. Both teams have shown defensive lapses, with the Clippers allowing 114.4 points per game and the Nets allowing 114.0. The projected total score is 221 points, indicating that the game might go over the set line. Taking the over seems like a reasonable choice here.</p>

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