Golden State Warriors vs Los Angeles Clippers Betting Pick & Prediction for 1/5
The Golden State Warriors will travel to face the Los Angeles Clippers at the Intuit Dome. The game is scheduled for Monday, January 5, 2026, at 10:00 PM. Fans can watch the action on NBCS as both teams aim to gain momentum early in the season.
The Warriors come in with a 19-17 record under coach Steve Kerr. They recently secured a win against the Utah Jazz. Meanwhile, the Clippers, led by Tyronn Lue, hold a 12-22 record and are looking to bounce back after a loss to the Boston Celtics. Both teams belong to the Western Conference and the Pacific Division.
Warriors vs Clippers Game Day Info
- Sport: NBA
- Teams: Golden State Warriors vs. Los Angeles Clippers
- Venue: Intuit Dome
- Date: Monday, January 5, 2026
- Betting Odds: Clippers -1.0 (-113), Warriors +1.0 (-109)
Golden State Warriors Team Preview
The Golden State Warriors have had mixed results in their recent games. They won against the Utah Jazz with a score of 123-114, thanks to Stephen Curry’s 31 points. However, they suffered a heavy loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder, losing 94-131.
Offensively, the Warriors rank first in three-pointers made and attempted per game. Stephen Curry leads the team with 28.8 points per game. The team struggles with field goal percentage, sitting at 45.5%, which is 26th in the league.
Defensively, the Warriors allow 113.9 points per game, placing them 7th in the league. They perform well in limiting opponents’ three-point shooting, allowing just 34.6%. Seth Curry is out with a glute injury, which could impact their defensive depth.
Los Angeles Clippers Team Preview
The Los Angeles Clippers have had mixed results in recent games. They recently lost to the Boston Celtics by 31 points, with a final score of 146-115. In that game, James Harden and Kawhi Leonard led the team in points but could not secure a win.
In their win against the Utah Jazz, the Clippers put up 118 points, winning by 17. Kawhi Leonard was the standout player with 45 points. The team showed strong shooting with a field goal percentage of 44.9%.
The Clippers have been dealing with injuries to key players like Bradley Beal and Derrick Jones Jr. This could impact their performance moving forward. They have been strong in free throw shooting, leading the league with an 84.3% success rate.
BTB Betting Pick
The Clippers are favored by 1 point against the Warriors. The Warriors score 115.2 points per game, while the Clippers allow 114.6 points. The Clippers score 112.4 points per game, and the Warriors allow 113.9 points. With these stats, the Warriors are likely to cover the spread. Take the Warriors +1.0.
The over/under for the game is set at 224.5 points. The Warriors and Clippers’ combined average points per game is 227.6. Both teams have defenses that allow over 113 points per game. This suggests the total score will go over. Pick the over 224.5.