Los Angeles Clippers vs. Charlotte Hornets Prediction: Injury Report, Starting 5s, Betting Odds & Spreads - December 5 | 2022-23 NBA Season

The Los Angeles Clippers (13-11) are coming into tonight's game against the Charlotte Hornets (7-16) off the back of a two-game losing skid against the Utah Jazz and the Sacramento Kings. The Hornets, meanwhile, have had even worse luck this season. They are coming off of a loss to the Milwaukee Bucks ahead of tonight.

The Hornets have had a dire season thus far and even endured an eight-game losing streak last month. The Clippers have also run into some questionable form and losses lately, going 2-4 in their last six games. Given the losing ways of both teams, a win here is crucial, while another loss, especially for the Hornets, could prove to be fatal.

Los Angeles Clippers vs. Charlotte Hornets Match Details

Fixture: Clippers @ Hornets

Date & Time: Monday, December 5, 07:10 p.m. ET

Venue: Spectrum Center, Charlotte, North Carolina

Los Angeles Clippers vs. Charlotte Hornets Injury Report

On the Clippers' front, small forwards Norman Powell and Kawhi Leonard are out due to groin and ankle injuries, respectively. Shooting guards Paul George and Luke Kennard are questionable due to hamstring and calf issues, respectively.

On the Hornets' end, small forwards Cody Martin and Gordon Hayward are out due to severe knee and shoulder injuries, respectively. Point guards LaMelo Ball and Dennis Smith Jr. are out tonight due to ankle injuries. Center Mark Williams is also out tonight due to an ankle injury.

Player	Team	Injury	Status
Normal Powell	Clippers	Groin	Out
Kawhi Leonard	Clippers	Ankle	Out
Paul George	Clippers	Hamstring	Questionable
Luke Kennard	Clippers	Calf	Questionable
Cody Martin	Hornets	Knee	Out
Gordon Hayward	Hornets	Shoulder	Out
LaMelo Ball	Hornets	Ankle	Out
Dennis Smith Jr.	Hornets	Ankle	Out
Mark Williams	Hornets	Ankle	Out

Los Angeles Clippers vs. Charlotte Hornets Betting Odds & Spreads

Team	Spread	Over/Under	Money line
Clippers	-4 (-110)	Ov 218 (-110)	-158
Hornets	+4 (-110)	Un 218 (-110)	+118

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Clippers vs. Hornets Starting 5s

Clippers - PG: Reggie Jackson, SG: Paul George, SF: Kawhi Leonard, PF: Marcus Morris, C: Ivica Zubac

Hornets - PG: Terry Rozier, SG: Kelly Oubre, SF: Jalen McDaniels, PF: PJ Washington, C: Mason Plumlee

Clippers vs. Hornets Prediction

This is the Hornets' third straight home game without star point guard LaMelo Ball on hand. His absence, bolstered further now with the absence of fellow point guard Dennis Smith Jr., has derailed the Charlotte outfit's offensive rating. At this point in the season, the Hornets' offense is the lowest in the sport and they're coming into tonight's game handicapped by key player injuries once again.

The Clippers, meanwhile, have had a hit-and-miss season thus far and are coming into tonight worse for wear and on a disappointing skid. Even with these setbacks and the absence of key players such as Paul George, the Clippers are superior on offense and defense compared to the ailing Hornets. This will likely be a close game, but it's one the LA outfit can definitely win.

Prediction: Los Angeles Clippers -4 (-110)

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