Denver Nuggets vs. LA Clippers Preview: Watch Live, Lineup & Schedule
The Denver Nuggets are set to face the Los Angeles Clippers on February 19, 2026. This matchup features two teams with differing fortunes as the Nuggets look to extend their strong form.
Game Overview
The Nuggets enter the game with a record of 35 wins and 20 losses. Meanwhile, the Clippers have a record of 26 wins and 28 losses. This game will take place at the Intuit Dome located in Los Angeles, California, with a tip-off scheduled for 10:30 p.m. ET.
Viewing Options
- Broadcast: ALT and FDSSC
- Streaming: Fubo and Amazon Prime
Recent Matchup History
In previous encounters, the Nuggets have dominated the Clippers. They defeated Los Angeles 130-116 in their last meeting as 4.5-point favorites. This result gave the Nuggets a 2-0 lead in their season series against the Clippers.
Additonally, on January 30, the Nuggets won 122-109 while serving as 2.5-point underdogs.
Current Form and Trends
The Nuggets have been impressive, boasting a 5-0-1 record against the spread in their last six games. Meanwhile, the Clippers have relied on their free-throw shooting, currently leading the NBA with an 83.2% success rate.
Starting Lineups
| Denver Nuggets | Los Angeles Clippers |
|---|---|
| PG Jamal Murray | PG Kris Dunn |
| SG Christian Braun | SG Bennedict Mathurin |
| SF Cameron Johnson | SF Kawhi Leonard |
| PF Spencer Jones | PF John Collins |
| C Nikola Jokic | C Brook Lopez |
Injury Report
The Nuggets will be missing a few key players:
- Jalen Pickett – Out (Knee)
- Peyton Watson – Out (Grade 2 right hamstring strain)
- Aaron Gordon – Out (Hamstring)
- Tamar Bates – Out (Foot)
The Clippers are also facing challenges, with:
- Darius Garland – Out (Toe)
- Bradley Beal – Out (Will undergo season-ending surgery on his left hip)
Prediction
This showdown is critical for both teams as they seek playoff positioning. The current statistics and recent form favor the Nuggets, who will aim to leverage their depth against the Clippers.
Fans can expect a competitive matchup as both teams strive to improve their standings in the league.
