The Los Angeles Clippers are trying to tread water in an ever-competitive Western Conference, and the task will be infinitely more difficult without Norman Powell. After suffering a right hamstring strain during the Clippers’ loss to the Los Angeles Lakers,

Both the Phoenix Suns and Los Angeles Clippers may be without one of their key players in Tuesday night's matchup.

Highlighted by a 41-point performance by guard Norman Powell, the Clippers headed into the All-Star break with high morale and on a three-game winning streak. Since returning, it's been a disaster in Los Angeles.

Clippers wing Norman Powell lasted just nine minutes in his return on Sunday before exiting the game due to a right leg injury.