Fri Nov 01 03:20:00 UTC 2024: ## Clippers Aim to End Home Win Drought Against Tough Suns
**LOS ANGELES, CA** – The LA Clippers will face off against the Phoenix Suns on Thursday night, hoping to finally secure their first home victory at the new Intuit Dome. After a disappointing loss to the Portland Trail Blazers on Wednesday, the Clippers will need a top-notch performance to overcome the strong Suns.
This marks the second time in eight nights that the two teams will meet in Los Angeles. The Clippers nearly pulled off a season-opening win over the Suns in overtime on October 23rd, but fell just short.
Despite their early-season struggles, the Suns have proven to be a formidable opponent, having recently defeated both the Dallas Mavericks and Los Angeles Lakers. The Clippers will be missing key players, including Kawhi Leonard, who is confirmed out for the next two games due to a knee injury. He is expected to miss multiple weeks, potentially extending his absence into November.
Other players ruled out for the Clippers include Mo Bamba (knee) and P.J. Tucker (not with team). The Clippers are reportedly looking to trade Tucker.
Meanwhile, the Suns will be without Josh Okogie (hamstring), while Bradley Beal (elbow) is questionable. Beal missed the game against Dallas but played against the Lakers on Monday.
The Clippers will need to rely on the rest of their roster to step up and fill the void left by Leonard’s absence. This game will be a tough test for the Clippers as they look to end their home win drought and secure their first victory at Intuit Dome.
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