Clippers vs. Trail Blazers Betting Preview: Back Portland Over Ailing L.A.

Jacob McKenna previews Tuesday's NBA game between the Clippers and Trail Blazers.

The Los Angeles Clippers are going on a two-game road trip starting on Tuesday. They are currently fifth in the Western Conference. The Portland Trail Blazers are 11-9 and in seventh place in Western conference.

The Clippers have won just one of their last three games without Paul George and Luke Kennard. Kawhi Leonard is a game-time decision. The team has been struggling on the offensive end of the floor this season. However, they are very efficient from the field goal percentage and from behind the arc. Their defensive rating has risen to 111.9 in their games with Leonard and George on it.

The Trail Blazers are 2-6 in their last 8 games. They have allowed 109 points or more in each of the last eight games, including two wins against the Knicks and the Spurs. The team has improved its defensive rating from 112.4 to 117.9. Even without Damian Lillard, the team is still a threat on the offensive end of floor.

The Blazers are playing without George, Kennard, and John Wall. Leonard is expected to continue to be out for at least one more game. The Blazers have a good defensive team. They should be able to feast on the Clippers' weak offense.