Los Angeles at New Orleans

Many thought that with the addition of Chris Paul, the Clippers would be the team to beat in the NBA West. They were living up to the expectation at 19-9 through their first 28 games, but suddenly the bloom has come off the rose. The Clippers have been mediocre for an extended period now at just 7-11 in their last 18 games. The road has been a challenge at 3-6 in their last nine, losing to weak teams in Golden State, Phoenix, New Jersey, and Minnesota. The Hornets would like nothing better than to knock-off their former teammate here, and they already own home wins vs. Boston, Dallas, Utah, and Orlando. The Clippers are struggling, and New Orleans has been capable and should be highly motivated for this one. Play New Orleans on the moneyline.