PREVIEW: The Los Angeles Clippers bring elite perimeter efficiency and rim attacking prowess to this matchup, ranking first in both three-point shooting and attacks at the basket , while the visiting New Orleans Pelicans counter with strong offensive rebounding that places them atop the league at 35 percent. New Orleans has dropped four consecutive games, including a lopsided 122-88 defeat to Denver on the road , and the squad faces an uphill battle against a Clippers team that has won three straight at home while posting nine wins in their last ten games at Intuit Dome. However, the Clippers expose defensive vulnerabilities, ranking 28th against rim attacks and allowing plenty of perimeter attempts at 50 percent of opponent attempts , giving New Orleans potential openings despite their current struggles. The Pelicans have suffered eight consecutive road losses with a 1-9 record in their last ten away games, averaging over 24 points allowed per contest compared to what they score. New Orleans struggles with three-point efficiency, ranking 30th in shot quality on long-range attempts , a critical weakness against a Clippers squad led by Kawhi Leonard averaging nearly 24 points. Zion Williamson has provided a bright spot for the Pelicans, leading the team in multiple categories including 27 points per game through early contests , though key contributors Dejounte Murray and Kevon Looney remain unavailable. The Clippers present interior challenges as well, ranking 30th in defensive rebounding and posting the league's highest turnover rate, which could create openings for a desperate Pelicans team seeking offensive rhythm. The current spread sits at 11.5 points with a total of 223.5 , setting the stage for a matchup between a dominant home team and a squad fighting for momentum.