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Clash at Capital One Arena: LA Clippers Set to Battle Washington Wizards

As the LA Clippers prepare to face off against the Washington Wizards at the Capital One Arena, fans are eager to see if their team can bounce back from a recent string of close games. The Clippers, who have shown resilience in tight situations, will need to bring their A-game against a Wizards squad that's always ready to capitalize on any slip-ups.


MIAMI, FLORIDA - DECEMBER 08: John Wall #11 of the LA Clippers warms up prior to a game against the Miami Heat NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. at FTX Arena on December 08, 2022 in Miami, Florida. (Photo by Megan Briggs/Getty Images)

In their last outing on December 9 against the Miami Heat, the Clippers fell just short with a score of 110-115. Despite this loss, there were positive takeaways; they shot an impressive 47 percent from beyond the arc and maintained a free throw accuracy of 91 percent. However, turnovers and points allowed in paint proved costly for them.


The game prior on December 8 saw another nail-biter as they went into overtime against Orlando Magic but again came up short by one basket with a final score of 111-116. The Clippers led for most of that game thanks to an aggressive start and managed an 18-point lead at one point. Their bench contributed significantly with 39 points but ultimately couldn't prevent Magic's late surge.


MIAMI, FL - DECEMBER 8: Paul George #13 of the LA Clippers dribbles the ball during the game against the Miami Heat on December 8, 2022 at FTX Arena in Miami, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2022 NBAE (Photo by Issac Baldizon/NBAE via Getty Images)

Looking further back to December 6 versus Charlotte Hornets, we witnessed what the Clippers are capable of when firing on all cylinders – securing a win with a scoreline of 119-117. They showed off their depth by racking up an impressive half-century in bench points and outperforming Hornets' second-chance points by ten.


The upcoming matchup presents both challenge and opportunity for LAC. To emerge victorious over WAS, they must tighten up defensively especially in paint where they've been vulnerable recently. Offensively, maintaining high three-point shooting percentages could be key given WAS's own defensive struggles this season.


MIAMI, FL - DECEMBER 8: Reggie Jackson #1 of the LA Clippers shoots the ball during the game against the Miami Heat on December 8, 2022 at FTX Arena in Miami, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2022 NBAE (Photo by Issac Baldizon/NBAE via Getty Images)

LAC's ability to share the ball effectively has been evident through their assist numbers across these games; however, it is crucial that they manage possessions better and reduce turnovers which have plagued them lately.


With all eyes set on December 11th showdown at Capital One Arena in Washington D.C., fans can catch all action live via NBCS-DC channel or BSSC depending upon location starting at midnight GMT (7 PM Eastern Time). It promises to be an enthralling encounter as both teams vie for supremacy on court amidst roaring crowds eager witness another chapter this riveting NBA season unfold before them.

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