The Los Angeles Clippers will visit the "Mile High City" on Tuesday night in an attempt to even the season series at 2-2. During the 2021-22 NBA season, the Clippers and Nuggets have proved to be one of the most intriguing matchups.
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On Tuesday, March 22, the Los Angeles Clippers will face the Denver Nuggets at Ball Arena. The Nuggets have won two of their three encounters this season. The Clippers are coming off a 121-92 loss to the Utah Jazz in their last game. For the Clippers, none of their starting player scored in double figures. The Jazz’s bench players, Jordan Clarkson and Jared Butler, combined for 41 points.
Meanwhile, the Nuggets were defeated 124-104 by the Boston Celtics on Sunday. Nikola Jokic led the way from the start, scoring 23 points and grabbing eight rebounds. Meanwhile, Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown both scored 30 points to lead the Celtics to victory.
The Los Angeles Clippers, who are 36-37, have been one of the most tenacious teams in the league this season. Despite several setbacks, including the loss of Paul George and Kawhi Leonard, they have remained competitive and are striving to make the playoffs. With only nine games remaining, the Clippers will attempt to keep up their strong play in order to make the playoffs.
Reggie Jackson and Marcus Morris Sr. have been standout performers for the club this season. They’ve done a good job leading the team and will be hoping to finish the regular season on a positive note. The Clippers’ defence has been good, but they haven’t had much success on offence.
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Coach Ty Lue hopes to remedy this as they continue their quest for a postseason berth. The Clippers will aim to win their third game in a row against the Nuggets. The Nuggets are a formidable opponent, but the Clippers will be confident in their prospects at the Ball Arena.
Nikola Jokis’ brilliance has carried the Denver Nuggets to a 42-30 record this season. He’s reproduced his MVP season excellence from 2021-21 and is once again dominating the race for the title. Will Barton, Monte Morris, Aaron Gordon, and youngster Bones Hyland have all contributed to the Nuggets’ success.
The Nuggets are poised to create a lot of noise in the postseason, especially with encouraging news about Jamal Murray. If the guard returns for the playoffs, the Denver Nuggets may be a difficult team to beat.
His shooting skill is outstanding, as is his ability to generate opportunities for teammates. Murray’s presence would undoubtedly be a big boost for the squad, having previously demonstrated his postseason abilities.
The Nuggets still have 10 games remaining in the regular season to make the playoffs. This game is critical for the club, since a loss would put them on the same level as the Timberwolves, who are now in eighth place (42-31).
The Nuggets cannot afford to fall into the play-in places, therefore they must win this game at home.
