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LA Clippers seek first win as Miami Heat visit Intuit Dome in NBA clash
LA Clippers aim to end a five-game losing streak when they host Miami Heat at Intuit Dome on 5 November. The Heat have won two of their last five.
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Key facts
- Competition
- NBA
- Date
- Thursday, 5 November 2026
- Start time (UTC)
- 03:30
- Venue
- Intuit Dome, Inglewood
- TV / streaming
- ClipperVision (United States)
NBA action at Intuit Dome
The NBA regular season continues on Thursday, 5 November 2026, with a match-up between the LA Clippers and Miami Heat. The game kicks off at 03:30 UTC and will be played at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood. This contest sees the 13th-placed Clippers host the Miami Heat, who are looking to bounce back from recent results.
Standings and recent form
The LA Clippers have struggled early in the season, sitting 13th in the standings after seven games with just one victory and six defeats. Their goal difference stands at -51, having scored 757 points while conceding 808. Their recent form highlights their difficulties, having lost their last five matches in a row. The Clippers have scored an average of 103.8 points per game but have conceded 117.4 in those five outings, including recent defeats to Toronto Raptors (118-125), Golden State Warriors (112-124), Minnesota Timberwolves (101-127), Los Angeles Lakers (87-103), and Oklahoma City Thunder (101-108).
Miami Heat come into the game with a slightly better record, having won two and lost three of their last five matches. They hold an average of 122 points scored per game and concede 121.6, reflecting an offensively focused but defensively challenged team. Their recent results include wins over Indiana Pacers (145-125) and Atlanta Hawks (129-117), but losses to Los Angeles Lakers (117-138), Dallas Mavericks (109-113), and Charlotte Hornets (110-115).
Head-to-head and expectations
While the specific head-to-head record between the Clippers and Heat is not detailed here, the current form and standings suggest a challenging fixture for the home side. The Clippers will be eager to claim their first win after a sequence of defeats, whereas Miami may look to consolidate their position by adding a third win in five games. The Clippers’ defensive vulnerabilities and recent scoring troubles could be key factors, while Miami’s ability to put up high points might give them an edge.
Where to watch
Fans in the United States can catch the game live on ClipperVision, offering a chance to see if the Clippers can turn their fortunes around against the Miami Heat at the Intuit Dome.
Where the teams stand
| # | Team | P | W | L | GF | GA | GD | W-L |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Houston Rockets | 8 | 7 | 1 | 954 | 851 | +103 | 7-1 |
| 2 | Memphis Grizzlies | 7 | 6 | 1 | 861 | 771 | +90 | 6-1 |
| 3 | Portland Trail Blazers | 6 | 5 | 1 | 721 | 656 | +65 | 5-1 |
| 4 | Los Angeles Lakers | 8 | 6 | 2 | 980 | 922 | +58 | 6-2 |
| 5 | Oklahoma City Thunder | 7 | 5 | 2 | 756 | 754 | +2 | 5-2 |
| 13 | LA Clippers | 7 | 1 | 6 | 757 | 808 | -51 | 1-6 |
Recent form
| Team | Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LA Clippers | 3 Nov | Toronto Raptors | H | 118-125 | L |
| LA Clippers | 2 Nov | Golden State Warriors | A | 112-124 | L |
| LA Clippers | 31 Oct | Minnesota Timberwolves | A | 101-127 | L |
| LA Clippers | 29 Oct | Los Angeles Lakers | H | 87-103 | L |
| LA Clippers | 25 Oct | Oklahoma City Thunder | A | 101-108 | L |
| Miami Heat | 3 Nov | Los Angeles Lakers | A | 117-138 | L |
| Miami Heat | 31 Oct | Indiana Pacers | H | 145-125 | W |
| Miami Heat | 28 Oct | Atlanta Hawks | A | 129-117 | W |
| Miami Heat | 26 Oct | Dallas Mavericks | H | 109-113 | L |
| Miami Heat | 24 Oct | Charlotte Hornets | A | 110-115 | L |
Written automatically from match data and reviewed by automated checks.
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