Pregame Report: Clippers, Lakers Rekindle Fiery Hallway Rivalry in Downtown L.A.
1 / 8LOS ANGELES - The L.A. Clippers will close a three-game stint at Staples Center in hostile territory as the Los Angeles Lakers take over hosting duties on Tuesday. The Clippers had won 11 straight over their co-tenants—a franchise record against the Lakers—before dropping a 111-102 decision on Christmas Day with Chris Paul and Blake Griffin both sidelined by injury. Paul recovered from a hamstring strain in time to exact revenge on the Lakers the following month, with 20 points and 13 assists to secure a 113-97 victory for the Clippers. Full Gameday Coverage »