The spread (currently Clippers -4.5) and moneyline on this game will grow if the Celtics rule All-Star Jaylen Brown out due to injury. I tend to think they will -- better to let him rest up through the break, even if that means skipping the All-Star Game -- but even if not, the Clippers are the better team overall and appear to be at full strength. They may not cover 4.5 points if Brown plays but still should win.

It’s been a rough stretch for the Celtics, who have lost six of their last 10 games. They have been a better team at home this season, but the Clippers have been strong on the road, posting an 11-7 record ATS there. To complicate matters for Boston, Jaylen Brown (knee) is listed as questionable after sitting out on Sunday. Even if he plays, I think Los Angeles can cover this spread. If he’s forced to sit, this could get ugly for the Celtics in a hurry.