Will the Clippers Secure a Top-Six Playoff Berth Against the Tanking Trail Blazers?

The Portland Trail Blazers intend to tank their last two games of the season, and this matchup against the Los Angeles Clippers is no exception. With nothing to play for, Portland will likely gift a win to Los Angeles, which needs it to evade the play-in tournament and secure a top-six playoff berth. Since Damian Lillard's season-ending injury, the Blazers have gone 4-4 against the spread, but their losses come with a spread average of 19.6 points worse than pregame lines. In contrast, the Clippers have Kawhi Leonard available and will aim to avoid any Timberwolves-like embarrassment. Clippers fans should not assume a double-digit win, but they will be happy with any victory to avoid the play-in tournament. Bookmakers cannot catch up to Portland's ineptitude, but their wretchedness only prevails against teams that are not trying to win. Perhaps, with inflated pregame spread by a three-pointer, bettors can cash in on this game's outcome.

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