Will Anthony Davis Play In Pivotal Lakers-Clippers Matchup?

BYTyler ReedPublished on April 05, 2023476 Views

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Anthony Davis' availability will be huge in an important Lakers-Clippers matchup tonight.

Anthony Davis' being healthy has been a huge factor in the Lakers success. The LA big man is a massive difference-maker for a team looking to secure a playoff spot. However, the Lakers have been extremely cautious about how to use Davis. While Davis is nearly unstoppable on the court, he can't seem to avoid the injury. Which is why Lakers fans on nervous about the possibility of "The Brow" sitting out of a big matchup with the Clippers.

NBA insider Adrian Wojnarowski appeared on ESPN's Get Up this morning to discuss Davis' availability. According to Woj, there's a real possibility that Davis doesn't give it a go against the Clippers. "There's real question whether [AD] would play a back-to-back. ... This is a significant, significant game for the Lakers against the Clippers tonight. Essentially, the sixth-seed is on the line." Tonight's game will be a huge factor in deciding the sixth seed in the Western Conference. However, playing on back-to-back nights has been a rarity for Davis.

Anthony Davis Needs To Play Against Clippers

Securing the sixth seed means avoiding the play-in tournament. With both LA teams seeking more rest, avoiding the play-in game could mean just that. However, there is a third variable in the equation. That variable is the Golden State Warriors. Three talented and veteran teams are hungry for that extra rest. Tonight's game between the Lakers and Clippers will eliminate one from that discussion. If anything, the Lakers should treat this one like a playoff game.

Anthony Davis giving it a go tonight will not come as a surprise. The former Kentucky star knows what is at stake. Davis' fellow teammate LeBron James has also dealt with injuries this season. However, James looks to be active for the game tonight. The Lakers-Clippers will tip at 10 pm EST. Both teams share a 41-38 record, and tonight's game could be for some massive bragging rights. Who do you think will win the big matchup? Also, which team will earn the sixth seed? Let us know your thoughts in the comment section below. For the latest on the NBA Playoffs race, stay right here at HNHH.

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Tyler Reed

Tyler Reed is a current Sports Writer for HotNewHipHop. He started back in March of 2023 with the company. During his time Tyler has shown his expertise in all things sports. Ranging from NBA news, all the way to boxing and MMA. He has bylines with several outlets, such as Busted Coverage, where Tyler has covered the NFL, College Football, WWE and beyond. Tyler has also written for Detroit Jock City, Wildcat Blue Nation and Swarm and Sting for the FanSided Network. Tyler is a massive Detroit Lions and Cincinnati Reds fan. Being from Kentucky, he chose connections to sports franchises that he enjoyed watching as a child. Unfortunately, his professional fandoms have only brought him pain. Tyler's hobbies outside of work include exercising and binge-watching the same shows he has watched for the last decade while endlessly scrolling through social media. His favorite hip-hop artists are Drake, Kendrick Lamar, and Kentucky's own Jack Harlow.