The Golden State Warriors (19-17, 8th in Western Conference) visit the Los Angeles Clippers (12-22, 14th in Western Conference) in a Pacific Division matchup as the Warriors look to build on a recent home win against a Clippers team reeling from a blowout loss. Golden State has shown inconsistency but remains in playoff contention, while the Clippers, plagued by injuries and poor form, seek a home upset. This game could turn on three-point shooting and transition defense, with the Warriors’ veteran core facing the Clippers’ depleted roster.
Venue Location
Intuit Dome, Inglewood, CA. This 18,000-capacity arena, the Clippers’ home since 2024, is known for its state-of-the-art design and fan-friendly amenities.
Tipoff scheduled for 10:00 p.m. ET (7:00 p.m. PT). The game will be broadcast on NBA League Pass, with local coverage on NBC Sports Bay Area for Warriors fans and FanDuel Sports Network West for Clippers viewers.
Injury Report
Injuries heavily favor the Warriors, with the Clippers missing key contributors in the frontcourt and wing positions.
Golden State Warriors: Point guard Stephen Curry is day-to-day with an undisclosed issue but expected to play after participating in recent games. The team is otherwise healthy, with no major absences reported as of January 4. Forward Andrew Wiggins and guard Brandin Podziemski are monitoring minor ailments but are available, providing full depth.
Los Angeles Clippers: Forward Derrick Jones Jr. is out for at least six weeks with a right knee injury sustained on January 3 against the Celtics, a significant loss to their athleticism and defense. Center Yanic Konan Niederhauser is out with an undisclosed issue. Guard Cam Christie is sidelined indefinitely. These absences deplete the Clippers’ wing and interior rotation, forcing reliance on Kawhi Leonard and backups like Amir Coffey.
Player Matchups
This divisional clash features battles between veteran scorers and defensive anchors, with the Clippers’ injuries potentially exposing mismatches in the paint and on the perimeter.
Stephen Curry (Golden State) vs. James Harden (Los Angeles): Curry’s elite shooting (averaging 26 PPG recently) and off-ball movement will test Harden’s defensive effort. Harden’s playmaking could create opportunities, but Curry’s quick release may exploit switches.
Jonathan Kuminga (Golden State) vs. Kawhi Leonard (Los Angeles): Kuminga’s athleticism and scoring in transition clash with Leonard’s two-way dominance (45 points in a recent game). Leonard’s mid-range game could draw fouls, but Kuminga’s speed might generate fast breaks.
Andrew Wiggins (Golden State) vs. Norman Powell (Los Angeles): Wiggins’ defensive versatility will aim to contain Powell’s hot shooting, while Powell’s quickness could force Wiggins into chase situations.
Draymond Green (Golden State) vs. Ivica Zubac (Los Angeles): Green’s passing and switchability test Zubac’s rim protection. With Jones out, Zubac’s rebounding will be crucial against Golden State’s small-ball lineups.
These matchups highlight the Warriors’ experience versus the Clippers’ star power, potentially decided by bench production and free-throw attempts.
Golden State is 8-10 on the road, while Los Angeles holds a 7-10 home record.
Recent Team Forms
The Warriors have been middling but competitive, while the Clippers continue to struggle amid injuries.
Golden State Warriors: The Warriors are 5-5 in their last 10 games, averaging 118.7 PPG with solid three-point shooting. They recently defeated the Utah Jazz 123-114 on January 3, led by Curry’s efficient scoring, but lost 98-112 to the Kings on January 1. Golden State’s defense ranks mid-pack, but their offense clicks at home; road games have seen unders in 6 of their last 10.
Los Angeles Clippers: The Clippers are 6-4 in their last 10 games but trending downward, averaging 114.3 PPG amid defensive lapses. They suffered a 115-146 blowout loss to the Boston Celtics on January 3, exposing rebounding issues, after a 90-131 win over the Sacramento Kings on January 1. Home form is inconsistent (7-10), with overs hitting in 7 of their last 10 games.
Series History
The Warriors hold a dominant all-time edge at 139-102 in regular-season games against the Clippers, with a 146-108 overall record including playoffs. In the last 10 meetings, Golden State is 3-7, but they won the most recent on October 28, 2025 (98-79). Recent games trend low-scoring, with unders in 6 of the last 10 and an average total under 220 points; the Clippers have won 7 of the last 9 over three seasons, often at home.
Betting Trends
Golden State Warriors Trends: 15-20-1 ATS overall, with a 18-18 O/U record. They’ve gone 3-7 ATS in their last 10 games and 4-6 SU on the road against sub-.500 teams. Warriors games trend under in road matchups (60% under the total), but overs hit in 4 of their last 6 vs. the Clippers.
Los Angeles Clippers Trends: 16-18 ATS, with overs in 19 of 34 games. They’re 4-6 ATS in their last 10 but 5-5 SU at home as slight favorites. Clippers have covered in 7 of their last 9 vs. Golden State, with home unders in 5 of their last 8 amid injuries.
Game Odds
Golden State Warriors – 1.5
Los Angeles Clippers 225.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Sunday, January 4, 2026
