Chris Paul had the best game of his brief tenure with the Los Angeles Clippers on Wednesday night, leading them to an overtime win over the Miami Heat with 27 points, 11 assists, and three steals. Paul and the Clippers hope for more electrifying performances this weekend, as they host the Los Angeles Lakers and New Jersey Nets at Staples Center.
Saturday: Los Angeles Lakers (8-4) at Clippers: The Clippers and Lakers have had similar seasons at home. Both teams lost their home opener to the Chicago Bulls, and both teams haven't lost at Staples Center since. The Lakers are 7-1 at home this year, while the Clippers are 4-1, and are 20-6 in their last 26 home games dating back to last season.
Monday: New Jersey Nets (2-9) at Clippers: Two of the best point guards in the world face off as Paul battles Deron Williams and the lowly Nets in a holiday afternoon affair at Staples Center.
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