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LA Clippers vs Cleveland Cavaliers: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The LA Clippers (2-7) visit the Cleveland Cavaliers (5-6) on Thursday, December 31, 2026 at 3:00 PM ET, at Rocket Arena, Cleveland, OH. TV: DAZN CLE, ClipperVision. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Cleveland Cavaliers vs LA Clippers.

NBAThursday, December 31, 2026
LA Clippers logoLA Clippers2-7
3:00 PM ETDec 31, 2026
Cleveland Cavaliers logoCleveland Cavaliers5-6
DateDec 31, 2026
Time3:00 PM ET
VenueRocket Arena, Cleveland, OH
TVDAZN CLE, ClipperVision

Team comparison

LA ClippersCleveland Cavaliers
Points per game
112.4
116.5
Points allowed per game
116.4
115.0
2-7Record5-6
4th in Pacific DivisionStanding2nd in Central Division
0-4Road record / home record4-2
WLLLLLast 5LLWLL
W1StreakL2

Team stats

LA ClippersCleveland Cavaliers
W1StreakL2
Points Against
116.4
115.0
2-7Last Ten Games5-5
Points Per Game
112.4
116.5
Field Goal %
46
46
Three Point %
39
37
Rebounds Per Game
40.9
46.2
Assists Per Game
26.6
27.0
Blocks Per Game
4.2
5.5
Steals Per Game
9.9
7.4
Team Turnovers Per Game
0.7
0.5
Total Turnovers Per Game
19.1
13.8

Injury report

Confirm lineups and injuries close to game time.

LA Clippers
Cam Christie G · Ankle
Out
Yanic Konan Niederhauser C · Foot - Surgery
Out
Brandon Ingram F · Achilles - Surgery
Out
Bradley Beal G · Knee - Inflammation
Out
Jordan Miller G · Shoulder - Surgery
Out
Cleveland Cavaliers
Sam Merrill G · Elbow
Out
Jaylon Tyson G · Ankle - Sprain
Out

Recent form

LA ClippersWLLLL
Nov 8, 2026 · vs New Orleans PelicansW 139-123
Nov 4, 2026 · vs Miami HeatL 116-117
Nov 2, 2026 · vs Toronto RaptorsL 118-125
Nov 1, 2026 · at Golden State WarriorsL 112-124
Oct 30, 2026 · at Minnesota TimberwolvesL 101-127
Cleveland CavaliersLLWLL
Nov 9, 2026 · at Charlotte HornetsL 112-124
Nov 7, 2026 · vs New York KnicksL 97-109
Nov 6, 2026 · vs Philadelphia 76ersW 119-95
Nov 4, 2026 · at Oklahoma City ThunderL 116-124
Nov 2, 2026 · vs Oklahoma City ThunderL 112-117

Season series

Series starts 12/31
Mar 11, 2027CLE 0, LAC 0
Dec 31, 2026LAC 0, CLE 0

Team pages

LA Clippers
Schedule, roster and statsCleveland Cavaliers
Schedule, roster and stats

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← Dec 30, 2026Jan 1, 2027 →

Frequently asked questions

What time is LA Clippers vs Cleveland Cavaliers?

The game is on Thursday, December 31, 2026 at 3:00 PM ET at Rocket Arena, Cleveland, OH.

How can I watch LA Clippers vs Cleveland Cavaliers?

TV: DAZN CLE, ClipperVision.

What are the records of the LA Clippers and Cleveland Cavaliers?

LA Clippers: 2-7. Cleveland Cavaliers: 5-6.

Who is injured for LA Clippers vs Cleveland Cavaliers?

Listed out or doubtful: LA Clippers: Cam Christie, Yanic Konan Niederhauser, Brandon Ingram, Bradley Beal. Cleveland Cavaliers: Sam Merrill, Jaylon Tyson. Check the injury report above for the full list, and confirm close to game time.

Where is LA Clippers vs Cleveland Cavaliers played?

Rocket Arena, Cleveland, OH.

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