Kofi Inkoom
Clippers’ Norman Powell, despite dealing with a sore right groin, is available for Friday’s in-season tournament matchup with the New Orleans Pelicans.
Powell, who had to leave Wednesday’s victory over the Spurs in the first half, has received the green light to play.
Nevertheless, Head Coach Tyronn Lue has emphasized the need to monitor Powell’s playing time closely.
The Clippers have faced a persistent challenge from the New Orleans Pelicans, losing eight of the last ten encounters since the 2020-21 NBA season.
Among all teams, the Clippers seem to encounter the most difficulty when dealing with the Pelicans.
Although the Pelicans experienced a rough patch earlier this month, enduring a five-game losing streak, they have rebounded impressively by securing victories in four of their last five matches against formidable opponents.
On the other hand, the Clippers underwent a similar trajectory, losing six consecutive games and subsequently winning three in a row, albeit against less formidable competition.
Tonight’s matchup against the New Orleans Pelicans holds significance for the Clippers. If they can find a way to overcome their longstanding rivals, it will undoubtedly strengthen the credibility of their current winning streak.
Scheduled for 10:30 p.m. EST, the game tonight will be a crucial test for James Hardens’ LA Clippers against the New Orleans Pelicans.