Los Angeles at Golden State

This is a high total because the Clippers are tops in the NBA in scoring, but oddsmakers and the general public are overlooking the great defense these teams play. And with so much at stake here in Game Four, there will be plenty of defense, especially early on. The Clippers were number five in the NBA during the regular season in field goal shooting defense, as well as number one at defending the three-pointer allowing 33%. Golden State has the flashy backcourt on offense, but this team plays great defense for Coach Marc Jackson, No. 10 in the NBA in points allowed, fourth in field goal shooting defense, plus third at defending the three-pointer. Both teams played great defense the last game with the teams combining to go 14-of-59 from long range, and there was little scoring in the first half. The value here is with the first half to be low scoring. Play the Clippers/Warriors Game Four First Half UNDER the Total.