NBA Odds: Nets vs. Clippers prediction, odds and pick

Brooklyn Nets are 5-7 and fourth in the Atlantic Division. Since Kyrie Irving's suspension, Brooklyn has won four of their last six games. Los Angeles Clippers are 7-5 and have won five of last 6 games in a row. Kawhi Leonard will miss the game against the Nets due to knee injury.

Brooklyn is coming off a 112-85 victory over the New York Knicks. Brooklyn has the ninth-best points against mark at 109.3 PPG. Kevin Durant has been playing well since Kyrie Irving's suspension. The Nets need to be at their best to cover the spread against the Clippers. The outcome of this one will depend on how Kevin plays. He's averaging 27.5 points, 8. 3 rebounds, and 8,3 assists per game.

The Clippers are 7-5 and have recovered from a slow start to the season. Los Angeles beat their crosstown rivals the Lakers 114-101 on Wednesday. The Clippers' calling card is their tenacious defense. They are ranked fifth in the league in scoring defense, but last in offense with 104.7 points per game. Paul George, Marcus Morris Sr., and John Wall could help their team win by at least -1.5.

The Nets are playing without their injured star player. The Clippers are the home team and are favorites to cover the spread.

Clippers are currently betting against Nets at 1.5 (-114).