Both the Pacific teams, the Phoenix Suns and the Los Angeles Clippers have been in a tight tussle all season long. Both teams in the regular season have won away from home when facing each other. The Suns and the Clippers were inseparable in the regular season, 2-2. With either team collecting their wins while playing away. The same thing happened when the two teams locked horns in the first round of the playoffs.
The Clippers go into the second game after a win against the Suns, who are heavy favorites for the title since acquiring Kevin Durant. However, things have not always been smooth sailing for the Suns who have played a lot through injuries. With the lack of time to build strong chemistry with the addition of Durant, the Suns are looking a little out of pace.
Kevin Durant is fit to play for the Phoenix Suns vs Los Angeles Clippers game
KD joined the Suns in the trade window which saw them look like a ferocious team on paper. With the experience KD has of winning multiple NBA titles, it is a huge boost for the Suns. KD put up a 27-point performance against the Clippers last time out and played 45 minutes for the team. He will be available for selection after being listed as an active player by the Suns.
Phoenix Suns injury report
- Cameron Payne (Out)
Phoenix Suns expected roster
- Kevin Durant
- Torrey Craig
- Deandre Ayton
- Devin Booker
- Chris Paul
Los Angeles Clippers injury list
- Paul George (Out)
Los Angeles Clippers expected roster
- Kawhi Leonard
- Nicolas Batum
- Ivica Zubac
- Russell Westbrook
- Eric Gordon
The Los Angeles Clippers will be favored to extend their lead against the Phoenix Suns
If the regular season has told us anything, it is that either team is strong when playing each other away from home. Kawhi Leonard put up a terrific display last time out and will be looking to carry the same momentum tonight. It is a similar case, as the Clippers once again defeated the Suns away from home, 115-110. We could expect the same from the Clippers after a motivating win last time out.