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The LA Clippers will lock horns with their Western Conference rivals, the Memphis Grizzlies, at the FedEx Forum Arena on Tuesday, February 8. The two teams have met three times this season, with the Grizzlies winning on each occasion
The LA Clippers come into this game on the back of a disappointing loss to the Milwaukee Bucks. Despite the setback, the Clippers were given a boost as both Norman Powell and Robert Covington made stellar debuts.
Powell scored 28 points while Covington put up 13 to try and rally the Clippers, however, their efforts were ultimately in vain. Another big performance from Giannis Antetokounmpo made the difference on the night, as he scored 28 points to lead the Bucks to a 137-113 win.
The Memphis Grizzlies, on the other hand, defeated the Orlando Magic 133-115. Ja Morant scored 33 points and Jaren Jackson Jr. chipped in with 21 to help the Grizzlies to their third consecutive win.
LA Clippers Injury Report
The LA Clippers have four players on their injury report. Kawhi Leonard, Paul George, Jay Scrubb and Jason Preston have all been indefinitely ruled out due to injuries. There have been no big updates on the return of Leonard and George, but if they make it back this season, many have pegged the Clippers to pose major problems in the West.
Memphis Grizzlies Injury Report
The Memphis Grizzlies have four regular players on their injury report and one two-way player on their injury report. They have reported Santi Aldama, Dillon Brooks, Yves Pons and Killian Tillie to be out of the game due to injuries. Their two-way player Tyrell Terry has also been ruled out due to G-League responsibilities.
LA Clippers vs Memphis Grizzlies: Predicted Starting Lineups
LA Clippers
The LA Clippers will deploy the same starting lineup they used in the game against the Bucks. Reggie Jackson and Amir Coffey will start in the backcourt. Nicolas Batum and Marcus Morris Sr. will share the frontcourt, while Ivica Zubac starts at center for the team.
New recruits Norman Powell and Robert Covington will play significant minutes off the bench and will look to solidify their place on the roster.
Memphis Grizzlies
The Memphis Grizzlies will use the same starting five that helped them win the game against the Orlando Magic.
Ja Morant and Desmond Bane will share the backcourt. Ziaire Williams and Jaren Jackson Jr. will man the frontcourt, while Steven Adams starts at center for the Grizzlies.
Brandon Clarke and De'Anthony Melton will most likely play most minutes off the bench for the Grizzlies.
LA Clippers vs Memphis Grizzlies: Predicted Starting 5s
LA Clippers
Point Guard - Reggie Jackson | Shooting Guard - Amir Coffey | Small Forward - Nicolas Batum | Power Forward - Marcus Morris Sr. | Center - Ivica Zubac
Memphis Grizzlies
Point Guard - Ja Morant | Shooting Guard - Desmond Bane | Small Forward - Ziaire Williams | Power Forward - Jaren Jackson Jr. | Center - Steven Adams
