There are many huge rivalries within the NBA and many deep mythologies and backstories that fans pay close attention to.
Teams like the Boston Celtics, New York Knicks, Miami Heat, and Golden State Warriors have numerous foes they consider serious rivals.
But one of the hottest rivalries in the league consists of two teams that share the same town and even the same arena.
Those teams are set to meet on Tuesday.
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LeBron James and his Los Angeles Lakers are set to square off against Kawhi Leonard and his Los Angeles Clippers at Crypto.com Arena.
This match comes at a very interesting time for both teams.
For the Lakers, it’s right after a massive, shocking comeback win over the Portland Trail Blazers.
It also comes just hours after a big trade for Rui Hachimura (who won’t play Tuesday) and in the midst of James’ pursuit of Kareem Abdul-Jabbar‘s all-time points record.
Players like Thomas Bryant and Dennis Schroder hope to build upon the strong night they had in Portland.
As for the Clippers, they are finally seeing vintage Leonard again and planning to continue their 9-game winning streak against the Lakers.
After months of rough patches, the Clippers are looking better and their postseason hopes are starting to heat up again.
It’s been a long time since the Lakers have beaten the Clippers but Los Angeles remains a Lakers town in many ways.
This might be the year that changes, especially if the Clippers rebound and deliver on their promise to fans.
All eyes will be on these two teams Tuesday night.
Will the Lakers achieve greatness after Sunday’s big game or will the Clippers find their 10th straight win against their rivals?
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