Clippers vs Trail Blazers Same Game Parlay: Bet LA -6½; Powell 25+ Points Jan 16

We’re closing in on the end of another week, so why not kick back early with a Western Conference matchup worth your attention? The Clippers and Trail Blazers are squaring off for the third time this season, and it’s a perfect chance to lock in with some top-notch NBA betting tips.

As for my NBA game predictions today, I’ll lay out exactly what you need to know to make the smart play in this season series finale. Pop a squat, and let’s break it all down.

Clippers vs Trail Blazers Game Information

• Game: Los Angeles Clippers (21-17) vs Portland Trail Blazers (13-26)
• Location: Moda Center, Portland, Ore.
• Date/Time: Jan. 16, 10 p.m. ET
• Clippers vs Trail Blazers Live Stream: NBA League Pass

See the latest Clippers vs Trail Blazers betting odds here.

Clippers vs Trail Blazers Same Game Parlay Picks for Jan 16

1. Los Angeles Clippers ATS (-6½)

The Clippers are coming off a huge 59-point beatdown against the Nets, and I’m expecting them to carry that same energy into this one, covering the spread tonight. Sure, the Blazers have been playing solid basketball lately, but they’re hobbling into this matchup.

SF Jeremy Grant, C Robert Williams III, and C Donovan Clingan are all sidelined tonight (per updated Clippers vs Trail Blazers injuries), and it’s exactly the kind of opening the Clippers can exploit.

With Portland shorthanded, the Clippers’ offense is likely to continue their scoring marathon. G Norman Powell has been leading the charge with 23.7 points per game, while SG James Harden is still a matchup nightmare, contributing 21.5 points and 8.0 assists. And we can’t overlook C Ivica Zubac (15.0 points, 12.6 rebounds) cleaning up on the glass and dominating second-chance opportunities.

COUNT THE PASSES… SHARING IS CARING 👏 pic.twitter.com/ByCY7DCH9f

— LA Clippers (@LAClippers) January 16, 2025

Let’s be real: the Clippers are rolling right now. Between their suffocating defense and explosive offense, this has all the makings of a long night for Portland – especially on the defensive end.

Bet on Clippers -6½ vs Trail Blazers

2. Clippers G Norman Powell 25+ Points

Locking in my NBA player prop pick – G Norman Powell to finish the game with 25+ points. Yes, Powell is coming off an 18-point outing in the Clippers’ blowout win against my Nets (still hurts to say that), but let’s not forget what he’s done to the Trail Blazers recently. The last two times he faced Portland, he torched them for 30 points on both occasions.

NORM GOT ‘EM 👀 pic.twitter.com/jEnvlhHJnB

— LA Clippers (@LAClippers) January 16, 2025

Here’s the kicker: in his last four games, Powell has hit the 25-point mark three times. What does that tell you? He’s itching for another big night. Bet on Powell to lead the Clippers’ scoring charge once again.

Bet on Norman Powell to score 25+ points

3. Trail Blazers C Deandre Ayton Under 10.5 Rebounds

The Trail Blazers are running thin in the big man department tonight, leaving a lot of responsibility on C Deandre Ayton’s shoulders. For my other NBA player prop, I’m banking on Ayton to finish with under 10.5 rebounds. Ayton’s going to log heavy minutes, but here’s the catch – he’s up against Zubac.

Can someone start a tracker for Scoot + DA lobs 😭😭 pic.twitter.com/LIvxFgksRp

— Portland Trail Blazers (@trailblazers) January 15, 2025

Ayton will fight for his boards, but cracking 11? Not happening. Especially when you consider he’s only averaging 7.5 rebounds in their last few matchups. You’ve got your answer – bet on Ayton to come up short tonight.

Bet on Deandre Ayton Under 10.5 rebounds

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