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Heat Seek to Snap Skid as Clippers Aim for Bounce-Back Win
4 Nov
Summary
- Heat coming off two straight losses, Clippers won 3 of last 4
- Injuries to Heat's Powell, Herro, and Jakučionis, Clippers' Niederhauser, Sanders, and Miller out
- Backcourt matchup between Heat's Larsson/Mitchell and Clippers' Beal/Harden
On Monday, the Miami Heat will take on the LA Clippers in a highly anticipated NBA matchup. The Heat, who have a 3-3 record, are coming off two straight losses and will be looking to snap their skid. Meanwhile, the Clippers, with a 3-2 record, have won 3 of their last 4 games and will be aiming to bounce back from a recent defeat.
The Heat's recent struggles have been compounded by several key injuries. Norman Powell, who has been listed as questionable, missed the team's last three games due to a groin strain. Additionally, both Tyler Herro (foot) and Kasparas Jakučionis (groin) remain out for Miami. In the absence of Powell and Herro, the Heat's backcourt tandem of Pelle Larsson and Davion Mitchell is expected to start once again.
On the Clippers' side, Yanic Konan Niederhauser is dealing with ankle issues and is considered day-to-day, while Kobe Sanders (knee) and Jordan Miller (hamstring) will not be suiting up against the Heat. Newly acquired guard Bradley Beal will continue to get more playing time alongside James Harden, who will anchor the Clippers' starting frontcourt alongside Kawhi Leonard, Derrick Jones Jr., and Ivica Zubac.
Despite the injury concerns, both teams will be eager to secure a win in this highly anticipated matchup. The backcourt battle between the Heat's Larsson/Mitchell and the Clippers' Beal/Harden is sure to be a highlight of the game.
