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Spurs vs. Clippers prediction: Clippers favored to win Thursday's NBA matchup [4/2/2026]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get San Antonio Spurs vs Los Angeles Clippers predictions for NBA Thursday.
The Los Angeles Clippers will face the San Antonio Spurs in NBA action at Intuit Dome on Thursday, starting at 10:30 PM ET.
Based on the latest simulation results and today’s injury news, Dimers' advanced NBA model predicts the Clippers as the most likely winner of the Spurs vs. Clippers game.
This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the Clippers lineup will feature stars like Kawhi Leonard, Darius Garland and Bennedict Mathurin, while the Spurs will be led by Stephon Castle, De'Aaron Fox and Keldon Johnson.
This article offers further insights into Thursday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks.
Spurs vs. Clippers prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using innovative machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Thursday's NBA matchup between the Spurs and Clippers, forming part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model currently gives the Clippers a 58% chance of defeating the Spurs. Our predicted final score has the Clippers winning 116-114.
According to our model, the Clippers (-2.5) have a 54% chance of covering the spread, while the 231.5-point over/under has a 52% chance of staying under.
Spurs vs. Clippers odds
We have sourced the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Spurs | Clippers |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | +2.5 (-106) | -2.5 (-105) |
| Moneyline | +120 | -140 |
| Total | o231.5 (-115) | u231.5 (-105) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Spurs vs. Clippers picks and best bet
After matching our probabilities against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Clippers -2.5 | -105 |
| Moneyline | Clippers | -140 |
| Total | Under 231.5 | -105 |
According to our best NBA bets for Thursday, the top play to make on this game is Clippers -2.5 at the spread.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
Spurs vs. Clippers player props
Looking for San Antonio vs. LA Clippers NBA prop bets? We have crunched the numbers to project how each team's leading players will perform at Intuit Dome.
Stephon Castle is expected to lead the Spurs with 18 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists, while Kawhi Leonard is projected to have 30 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists for the Clippers.
Check out our NBA player projections for a full range of projected box scores, including points, assists, rebounds and today's NBA first basket picks.
Spurs prediction
Our model's projected player stats for the Spurs are:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stephon Castle | 18 | 6 | 8 | 1 | 42 |
| De'Aaron Fox | 17 | 4 | 6 | 2 | 35 |
| Keldon Johnson | 15 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 26 |
| Devin Vassell | 14 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 27 |
| Dylan Harper | 12 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 26 |
Clippers prediction
Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Clippers:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kawhi Leonard | 30 | 7 | 4 | 2 | 50 |
| Darius Garland | 21 | 3 | 7 | 3 | 40 |
| B. Mathurin | 15 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 28 |
| John Collins | 13 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 27 |
| Brook Lopez | 11 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 27 |
Spurs vs. Clippers game-day updates and essential details
Thursday's game between the Clippers and Spurs at Intuit Dome is scheduled to commence at 10:30 PM ET.
- Who: San Antonio Spurs vs. Los Angeles Clippers
- Date: Thursday, April 2, 2026
- Time: 10:30 PM ET/7:30PM PT
- Venue: Intuit Dome
Conclusion
We predict the Clippers, with a 58% win probability, will likely beat the Spurs on Thursday, with Kawhi Leonard projected for a game-high 50 fantasy points.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Spurs vs. Clippers insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are sourced from the latest data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice, head to our responsible gambling hub.
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Jason Bevilacqua, an expert in MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NFL, delivers game previews, best bets, and props. Since 2020, as Head of Social and Community at Dimers, he has contributed insightful articles utilizing data-driven models and simulations.
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