5. Los Angeles Clippers (2-1)
After scorching out to a 2-0 series lead, in impression fashion I mind you, the Los Angeles Clippers got a taste of their own medicine in Game 3 against the Portland Trail Blazers.
However, despite their loss, I don’t think they have to much to be concerned about. Did anyone really think the Clippers were going to sweep the Blazers? I highly doubt it. Nevertheless, Game 4 is going to be interesting for this team.
How much of a threat are they? Well, contenders win road games. And that’s what the Clippers need to do against a much more inferior team in Portland. Chris Paul, Blake Griffin and DeAndre Jordan should be able to get the job done on the road in the first round.
If they are who many believe they could be, they should be able to win at least one on the road. That has to be Game 4.
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