The Cleveland Cavaliers head to Inglewood to face the Los Angeles Clippers in a cross-conference matchup at Intuit Dome. The Cavaliers, led by Donovan Mitchell’s scoring prowess and a solid defense, look to build on a recent win and exploit the Clippers’ inconsistencies. Los Angeles, dealing with injuries and a sub-.500 record, relies on James Harden’s playmaking to pull off an upset at home. With Cleveland favored despite being on the road, this game could hinge on perimeter shooting and frontcourt battles, as the Cavs aim to maintain their Eastern Conference standing while the Clippers fight to stay in playoff contention.
Location: Intuit Dome, Inglewood, California (capacity: 18,000; the Clippers’ new state-of-the-art arena, known for its modern design and improved fan experience, hosting its first full season in 2025-26).
Tip-Off Time: 10:30 p.m. ET (7:30 p.m. PT / 7:30 p.m. local time).
Broadcast: FDSOH (local Cavaliers), FDSSC (local Clippers).
Recent Team Forms
Cavaliers: On a two-game win streak after a 130-111 victory over Portland on February 1, Cleveland ranks 12th in offensive rating (113.7) and 8th defensively (111.0). They average 113.6 PPG on the road but allow 112.4. Mitchell’s scoring has been key in recent wins. Form: W-W-L-W-L (averaging 114.6 PPG scored, 110.8 PPG allowed in last 5).
Clippers: Coming off a 128-113 loss to Philadelphia on February 2, LA has lost three of four. They rank 20th offensively (111.5) and 15th defensively (113.2), struggling with consistency at home. Harden’s playmaking is a bright spot. Form: L-W-L-L-W (averaging 110.2 PPG scored, 115.6 PPG allowed in last 5).
Injury Report
Cavaliers:
Out: Darius Garland (PG, Toe), Evan Mobley (C, Calf), Max Strus (SF, Foot).
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Questionable: Isaiah Stevens (G, G League – Two-Way – not injury).
Clippers:
Out: Bradley Beal (G, not on team – data error; actual: None listed as out, but James Harden Day-to-Day (Personal)).
Day-to-Day: James Harden (PG, Personal).
Key Player Matchups
Donovan Mitchell (Cavaliers SG) vs. James Harden (Clippers PG – Day-to-Day): Mitchell (28.8 PPG) vs. Harden (25.4 PPG, 8.2 APG). Mitchell’s scoring vs. Harden’s playmaking; if Harden out, Mitchell exploits Clippers’ guards.
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Jarrett Allen (Cavaliers C) vs. Ivica Zubac (Clippers C): Allen’s rebounding (10.2 RPG) vs. Zubac’s paint presence (8.5 RPG). Allen dominates glass without Mobley.
Sam Merrill (Cavaliers SG) vs. Norman Powell (Clippers SG): Merrill’s shooting (recent 22 PPG) vs. Powell’s scoring (15.2 PPG). Perimeter battle key.
Bench: Craig Porter Jr. (Cavaliers) vs. Amir Coffey (Clippers): Porter’s energy vs. Coffey’s defense. Bench production crucial with starters out.
Series History
The Cavaliers lead the all-time series 80-61. In the last 10 meetings, Cleveland holds a 7-3 edge, with an average margin of 11.2 points. Recent games: Cavaliers won 127-122 on March 30, 2025 (home); Clippers won 132-119 on March 18, 2025 (home); Cavaliers won 128-111 on February 14, 2021 (road). Over the last 5, the series is 3-2 for Cleveland, with totals going over in 3. Home team is 3-2 in last 5.
Betting Trends
ATS: Cavaliers 5-5 ATS in last 10; Clippers 3-7 ATS last 10; Underdogs 5-5 ATS in last 10 H2H.
Over/Under: Over in 4 of Cavaliers’ last 5 road games; Under in 4 of Clippers’ last 6 home games; Over in 3 of last 5 H2H.
Historical: Favorites 6-4 ATS in last 10 H2H; Home teams 2-3 SU in last 5.
Game Odds
Cleveland Cavaliers – 2.5
Los Angeles Clippers 222.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Tuesday, February 3, 2026
