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Clippers Face Elimination Against Limited Steph Curry, Warriors
TL;DR
The Los Angeles Clippers face elimination in the NBA play-in tournament against the Golden State Warriors, with Stephen Curry and two other players limited to 40 minutes each due to injury management. This situation presents a crucial opportunity for the Clippers to advance.
The Los Angeles Clippers are facing a win-or-go-home situation on Wednesday against the Golden State Warriors in the NBA play-in tournament, but on Tuesday, the Clips received what must have been welcome news.
Three Warriors players will be limited in how much they can play Wednesday night, including future Hall of Famer Stephen Curry.
Curry, Kristaps Porzingis and Al Horford will all be limited to a maximum of 40 minutes played, as reported by ESPN.
“The Warriors have attempted to manage the minutes of their aging superstars all season, and the play-in game is no different,” ESPN added. “[Warriors head coach Steve] Kerr has been vocal about the league needing to adopt a shorter regular-season schedule to prevent such injuries.”
What’s at Stake for the Clippers and the Warriors?
The loser of this Clippers and Warriors game, which begins at 7 p.m. Wednesday, will have their season ended.
The winner will get a chance to keep playing, facing off against the loser of Portland Trail Blazers and Phoenix Suns for the final spot in the NBA playoffs.
If the Clippers manage to win both of these games, they’ll face the defending champions, the Oklahoma City Thunder, in the first round of the playoffs.
How Did the Clippers Get Here?
After an abysmal 6-21 start, the Clippers turned the season around, ending up with a 40-42 record.
Despite a great deal of roster upheaval, internal tensions and injuries, the Clippers remain alive in the chase for the Larry O’Brien Trophy.
Do you think the Clippers can win two more games to make the playoffs?
Q&A
What is the significance of the Clippers' game against the Warriors?
The game is a win-or-go-home scenario for the Clippers in the NBA play-in tournament, making it critical for their postseason hopes.
How will Stephen Curry's limited minutes affect the Warriors' performance?
Curry's limited minutes could hinder the Warriors' offensive capabilities, potentially giving the Clippers an advantage in the game.
Who else besides Stephen Curry is limited in the Warriors' upcoming game?
In addition to Stephen Curry, Kristaps Porzingis and Al Horford are also limited to a maximum of 40 minutes in the game against the Clippers.
