Day 2 of the 2026 play-in tournament will witness the Golden State Warriors go up against the LA Clippers in a do-or-die clash. The winner of Wednesday’s clash at the Intuit Dome will set up a clash against the Phoenix Suns for a chance to clinch the #8 seed in the playoffs.
The Warriors-Clippers clash is set to tip off at 10 p.m. ET (7 p.m. PT). The live telecast will be available on Prime Video. Fans can watch the contest via livestream on NBA League Pass and Fubo TV (restrictions may apply).
Golden State Warriors vs LA Clippers Odds
Moneyline: Warriors (+175) vs Clippers (-215)
Spread: Warriors +5.5 (-110) vs Clippers -5.5 (-110)
Total (O/U): O221.5 (-110) vs U221.5 (-110)
Editor’s Note: The odds could change closer to the game. The odds listed are based on available information at the time of publication.
Golden State Warriors vs LA Clippers Preview and Prediction
The Golden State Warriors wrapped up their regular season on a rough note, going just 6-17 over the final six weeks. Even with Steph Curry back in the lineup, things didn’t improve much, as the team lost three of the four games he suited up for. That late slump dragged them down to a 37-45 finish, leaving them 10th in the Western Conference.
The LA Clippers weren’t exactly dominant either, finishing the last month at 8-8. While they were a .500 team during this stretch, their situation could have been better if not for some frustrating losses to struggling teams like the Sacramento Kings and the New Orleans Pelicans (twice). Even one win in any of these games would have pushed them into the 8th spot, instead of 9th, where they now need to win two straight games to make the playoffs.
Looking at their head-to-head matchups, the Clippers clearly had the edge. After dropping the first game 98-79, they bounced back to win the next three games 103-102 on Jan. 5, 114-101 on Mar. 2, and 115-110 on Apr. 12, taking the season series 3-1.
Right now, the Clippers simply look like the more stable team. They are relatively healthy, dealing with no new injuries other than usual. On the other hand, the Warriors are struggling with multiple rotation players being out. Even though key names like Curry, Al Horford, and Kristaps Porzingis are expected to return, they are set to be put on a minutes restriction by Steve Kerr.
Home court also plays a big role here. The Clippers have been solid at home with a 23-18 record, while the Warriors have struggled on the road at 15-26.
Prediction: Expect the Clippers to win by 6 points.
Golden State Warriors vs LA Clippers Injury Reports
Golden State Warriors
- Quinten Post – Out
- LJ Cryer – Out for season
- Moses Moody – Out for season
- Jimmy Butler – Out for season
LA Clippers
- Isaiah Jackson – Game time decision
- Yanic Konan Niederhauser – Out for season
- Bradley Beal – Out for season
Golden State Warriors vs LA Clippers Starting Lineups
Golden State Warriors
PG: Stephen Curry, SG: Brandin Podziemski, SF: De’Anthony Melton, PF: Draymond Green, C: Kristaps Porzingis
LA Clippers
PG: Darius Garland, SG: Kris Dunn, SF: Kawhi Leonard, PF: Derrick Jones Jr., C: Brook Lopez
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