The Lakers will take on the Clippers in their 1st game back since the break. While the Clippers do have a lot of talent, I think the Lakers have the better team even when both squads are healthy and all their players are available to play. Unfortunately for the Clippers, they'll be without Harrell and Lou Williams while the Lakers will be without Rondo. The Lakers have a lot of depth and Rondo shouldn't be missed too much but the 2 players missing this game for the Clippers should be a much bigger blow to them. It looks like Anthony Davis will be ready to go for this one and I expect him to have a big game as he should take advantage of Harrell's absence. Let's lay the points with the Lakers.

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