The set-up: The Clippers came out and dominated the Lakers 112-102 on Opening night and now they have another difficult task facing a new look Warriors team which finished runner up to the Raptors last season. Kawhi Leonard looked great for the Clippers, going for 30 points and six boards, while Lou Williams added 21 points off the bench. The Clippers are still incredibly deep and talented without Paul George in the line-up and there's no reason not to think this unit won't be able to keep pace with the up-tempo home side.

The pick: While Klay Thompson is out for the season with injury, the Warriors still have plenty of all star talent, including Steph Curry, who has now become the No. 1 go to guy on this team with Kevin Durant gone. D'Angelo Russell had a break out campaign for the Nets last year and he could truly be an X-Factor for this team. Whatever the case, I think the home side is going to be pushing the pace from start to finish. Also note that LA has seen the total go over in seven of its last ten off a home win vs. a division rival, while GS has seen the total eclipse the posted number in 23 of its last 33 vs. division opponents. I'm expecting a shootout.

10* TOTAL PLAY-BOOK on the OVER Clippers/Warriors.