ThePhoenix Sunsare just 1 win away from winning the first-round playoff series against the Los Angeles Clippers. The Clippers started the series with a win, causing an upset to the Suns in Game 1, however, their form has declined since then. It is a tough place for the Clippers, who started off the series without Paul George due to an injury. With signs of him making a return, the Clippers are a little too late to save their season.
Since the addition of Kevin Durant to the Suns, they have looked threatening. However, Durant didn t get the required time to form chemistry with his new teammates. Nonetheless, the Suns look unstoppable after winning 3 games in a row against a helplessClippersside. The Clippers brought on Russell Westbrook in an attempt to bring on squad depth, however, injuries have played their part for the Clippers.
Kevin Durant is fit for the Phoenix Suns vs Los Angeles Clippers game
The Suns have been favorites to win the title ever sinceDurantwas traded to the Suns. With injury concerns to Devin Booker and Chris Paul in the regular season, they barely kept their season alive. However, Durant has played a crucial role in giving them a much-needed edge in their offensive plays. For tonight s game,Durant is listed as an active playerand will play against the Los Angeles Clippers.
The Clippers on the other hand face a huge problem, and as things stand there are no hopes left to save their season.Kawhi Leonardand Paul George, who has been crucial for the Clippers all season long are out for Game 5. All the responsibility to see out the next game falls on the shoulders of Russell Westbrook, who is their next senior player for them. Let s take a look at the complete injury report and expected roster of both teams.
Phoenix Suns injury report
- Cameron Payne (Out)
Phoenix Suns expected roster
- Devin Booker
- Chris Paul
- Kevin Durant
- Deandre Ayton
- Torrey Craig
Los Angeles Clippers injury report
- Kawhi Leonard (Out)
- Paul George (Out)
Los Angeles Clippers expected roster
- Eric Gordon
- Marcus Morris Sr.
- Ivica Zubac
- Russell Westbrook
- Norman Powell
The Phoenix Suns will put the series to bed in Game 5
All things point towards the Suns putting the series to bed with a win in Game 5 at home. Devin Booker and Kevin Durant have averaged 34.8 and 27.8 points per game against the Clippers. With Booker and Durant dropping 30 and 31 points respectively in the last game, they will look to do the same against the Clippers tonight after a 112-100 win.
The Clippers are without their talisman, who averaged 34.5 points per game. Russell is their next-highest scorer in the series with 26.0 points per game. Irrespective of the averages, the Suns greatly outclass the Clippers and will put the series to bed tonight. Let us know if the Clippers hold a chance to cause an upset tonight against the Suns.
