All-Star Break
LeBron James set for return in Lakers-Clippers matchup
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LeBron James is scheduled to make his post-NBA All-Star break return on Friday when the Los Angeles Lakers host the Los Angeles Clippers at 10 p.m. ET. With Luka Doncic expected back from a hamstring injury, projections suggest James will score over 20 points. Other key player performances are anticipated across the NBA slate.
Following the All-Star break, NBA power rankings from USA TODAY Sports and Thunder Wire place the Detroit Pistons, Oklahoma City Thunder, and San Antonio Spurs at or near the top of the standings. The Pistons maintain a strong position with a 42-13 record after five straight wins, while the Thunder lead at 44-14 despite injuries to key players. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's absence has opened discussions about Cade Cunningham emerging as an MVP contender.
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SportsLine's projection model recommends the Los Angeles Clippers to cover the +4.5 spread versus the Denver Nuggets in Thursday's NBA game. The model, which simulates each matchup 10,000 times, projects Kawhi Leonard to lead the Clippers with 30.5 points. This pick forms part of a three-leg parlay offering over +450 payout potential.