NBA: Kawhi Leonard's LA Clippers upstage LeBron James-led Lakers; Raptors begin title defence with win over Pelicans
5 years, 2 months ago

NBA: Kawhi Leonard's LA Clippers upstage LeBron James-led Lakers; Raptors begin title defence with win over Pelicans

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Kawhi Leonard made his Los Angeles debut a successful one as his Clippers upstaged LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers to get their campaign off to a winning start. Los Angeles: Kawhi Leonard made his Los Angeles debut a successful one on Tuesday as his Clippers upstaged LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers 112-102 to get their 2019-20 campaign off to a winning start. Both teams were missing some big names as the Raptors began life without Kawhi Leonard and the Pelicans lost Anthony Davis in a trade and were missing injured first pick Zion Williamson. The game was one of two opening night contests with the Los Angeles Lakers taking the court later against the Leonard’s new team Los Angeles Clippers.

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Leonard says returning to the court is the easy part after making season debut for Clippers
4 days, 6 hours ago

Leonard says returning to the court is the easy part after making season debut for Clippers

Associated Press  

INGLEWOOD, Calif. — After what Kawhi Leonard has gone through the past nine months, returning to the court for the Los Angeles Clippers was the easy part. It was his first NBA game action since Game 3 of the Clippers’ Western Conference first-round playoff series against Dallas on April 26. We were facing it like a preseason game tonight and …

Kawhi Leonard scores 12 points in his return as Clippers dominate Hawks
5 days, 9 hours ago

Kawhi Leonard scores 12 points in his return as Clippers dominate Hawks

LA Times  

Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard steals the ball from Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young during the first half of the Clippers’ 131-105 win Saturday at the Intuit Dome. The hard part is not playing, having to rehab and not competing with my teammates.” Leonard played in just two of the Clippers’ six playoff games against the Mavericks in April. It’s out …

Clippers ‘hopeful’ Kawhi Leonard will make his season debut Saturday
6 days, 9 hours ago

Clippers ‘hopeful’ Kawhi Leonard will make his season debut Saturday

LA Times  

The Clippers hope Kawhi Leonard will return from a knee injury and make his season debut Saturday against the Atlanta Hawks. All signs point to Kawhi Leonard making his season debut for the Clippers on Saturday night against the Atlanta Hawks at the Intuit Dome. When Leonard does return, Clippers coach Tyronn Lue said he would be on a minutes …

Cavaliers beat Lakers 122-110 for 8th straight win and spoil LeBron’s first game since turning 40
1 week, 1 day ago

Cavaliers beat Lakers 122-110 for 8th straight win and spoil LeBron’s first game since turning 40

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Jarrett Allen scored a season-high 27 points, Donovan Mitchell added 26 and the Cleveland Cavaliers won their eighth straight, defeating the Los Angeles Lakers 122-110 Wednesday night and spoiling LeBron James’ first game after turning 40. James, who celebrated his birthday on Monday, scored 23 points as he became the first player in NBA history to appear …

Clippers: Kawhi Leonard’s progress ‘really good’ but he’s still not ready to return
2 weeks ago

Clippers: Kawhi Leonard’s progress ‘really good’ but he’s still not ready to return

LA Times  

Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard watches from the bench during a loss to the Dallas Mavericks on Dec. 21. Kawhi Leonard took part in a five-on-five practice Thursday, and Clippers coach Tyronn Lue said his star forward is making progress in recovering from a right knee injury but there is still no timetable for his season debut. “So we got to …

James Harden scores 41 as Clippers blow out Jazz amid optimism about Kawhi Leonard
3 weeks, 3 days ago

James Harden scores 41 as Clippers blow out Jazz amid optimism about Kawhi Leonard

LA Times  

Clippers guard James Harden, right, drives on Utah Jazz guard Collin Sexton in the first half of the Clippers 144-107 win Monday at the Intuit Dome. Before the Clippers’ 144-107 win over the Utah Jazz at the Intuit Dome on Monday night, Clippers coach Tyronn Lue was asked about the team’s practice plans for Leonard and whether he would join …

Clippers star Kawhi Leonard returns to practice in limited role
4 weeks, 2 days ago

Clippers star Kawhi Leonard returns to practice in limited role

LA Times  

Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard last played in a game on April 26 in Game 3 of a playoff series against Dallas. But at the end of the day, we want what’s best for him.” It was Leonard’s first practice with the Clippers since last season as he recovers from a right knee injury. “He’s not playing this week,” Lue said, …

The Sports Report: Clippers hold off Steph Curry and the Warriors
1 month, 3 weeks ago

The Sports Report: Clippers hold off Steph Curry and the Warriors

LA Times  

Warriors forward Draymond Green is guarded by James Harden in the second half. From Broderick Turner: The top two sharpshooters in NBA history squared off Monday night — Clippers’ three-point king James Harden and Golden State long-distance wonder Stephen Curry bringing a high level of excitement to the Intuit Dome. The style of basketball Pat and the Lakers created in …

Clippers fend off Stephen Curry-led Warriors comeback in thrilling victory
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Clippers fend off Stephen Curry-led Warriors comeback in thrilling victory

LA Times  

Clippers guard James Harden shoots over Golden State Warriors forward Kyle Anderson during the first half of the Clippers’ 102-99 win at the Intuit Dome on Monday night. The top two sharpshooters in NBA history squared off Monday night — Clippers three-point king James Harden and Golden State long-distance wonder Stephen Curry — bringing a high level of excitement to …

Clippers subjected Kawhi Leonard to ‘unsafe and illegal treatment,’ ex-trainer says
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Clippers subjected Kawhi Leonard to ‘unsafe and illegal treatment,’ ex-trainer says

LA Times  

In 2021, an injured Kawhi Leonard looks on from the bench as the Clippers play the Golden State Warriors in San Francisco. The lawsuit says the Clippers began their pursuit of Leonard — using Shelton as an intermediary — in 2017, two years before Leonard joined the team. Following a devastating ankle injury for Leonard during the Western Conference finals …

Clippers ‘not sure’ if Kawhi Leonard will be healthy by start of season
2 months, 4 weeks ago

Clippers ‘not sure’ if Kawhi Leonard will be healthy by start of season

LA Times  

Clippers star Kawhi Leonard, center, sits on the bench during a preseason game against the Brooklyn Nets in Oceanside on Tuesday. The Clippers aren’t sure whether Leonard will be healthy enough to play in the team’s regular-season opener Oct. 23. The Clippers finished practice Thursday at Intuit Dome and were preparing to leave for their preseason game against Portland in …

Clippers' Leonard: Optimism Despite Knee Concerns for Opening Night
3 months, 1 week ago

Clippers' Leonard: Optimism Despite Knee Concerns for Opening Night

Associated Press  

Kawhi Leonard is planning to be in the Los Angeles Clippers' lineup for opening night unless his balky right knee prevents him from inaugurating the team's new arena. The health of their superstar once again looms large after Leonard was limited to two postseason games last season because of inflammation in a knee that has been surgically repaired twice. He …

Clippers say they wanted Kawhi Leonard on US basketball team for Paris Olympics
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Clippers say they wanted Kawhi Leonard on US basketball team for Paris Olympics

Associated Press  

LAS VEGAS — The Los Angeles Clippers had no problem with Kawhi Leonard playing for the U.S. in the Paris Olympics this summer and wanted him to remain on the team, general manager Lawrence Frank said Monday. USA Basketball removed Leonard — whose NBA season was disrupted at the end because of a knee problem — from its roster last …

‘I took the time’: Clippers’ Kawhi Leonard is ready for Paris Olympics
6 months ago

‘I took the time’: Clippers’ Kawhi Leonard is ready for Paris Olympics

LA Times  

Speaking to reporters for the first time since his postseason was cut short in the first round of the playoffs, Clippers star Kawhi Leonard said his injured knee was feeling good, allowing him to participate with Team USA in the upcoming Olympics. Though the knee issues that caused him to sit out the last three games of the Clippers’ series …

Clippers on brink of playoff elimination after losing Game 5 to Mavericks
8 months, 1 week ago

Clippers on brink of playoff elimination after losing Game 5 to Mavericks

LA Times  

The winner of Game 5 of the Western Conference first-round series Wednesday night was going to be one step away from advancing. “We just didn’t play well, all around,” Clippers coach Ty Lue said. And, so, we’ll be better for Game 6.” Game 6 is Friday night in Dallas, the same site where the Clippers won Game 4 on Sunday …

Kawhi Leonard ruled out for Clippers' Game 5 vs Mavericks
8 months, 1 week ago

Kawhi Leonard ruled out for Clippers' Game 5 vs Mavericks

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Kawhi Leonard will miss Game 5 of the Los Angeles Clippers’ tight first-round series against the Dallas Mavericks on Wednesday night due to right knee inflammation. Leonard missed Game 1 and Game 4 of the series after missing the final eight games of the regular season with right knee pain. AP AUDIO: Kawhi Leonard ruled out for …

Clippers’ James Harden has played his best with Kawhi Leonard sidelined
8 months, 1 week ago

Clippers’ James Harden has played his best with Kawhi Leonard sidelined

LA Times  

Guard James Harden stares up at the crowd in Dallas during the second half of Game 4, when he scored 12 of the Clippers’ last 16 points in the win that evened the best-of-seven playoff series. The score was tied 98-98 late in the fourth quarter Sunday, the Clippers’ once seemingly insurmountable 31-point lead over the Dallas Mavericks gone, when …

Kawhi Leonard ruled out with knee issue as Clippers win without him again to even series with Mavs
8 months, 1 week ago

Kawhi Leonard ruled out with knee issue as Clippers win without him again to even series with Mavs

Associated Press  

DALLAS — Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard was ruled out of Sunday’s Game 4 of a first-round series against the Dallas Mavericks, with no timetable for his return from right knee inflammation. “When you watch him play, it was very obvious that is not Kawhi Leonard,” team president Lawrence Frank said before the game, calling the injury “tricky.” Frank …

James Harden closes Game 4 victory as Clippers even series with Mavericks
8 months, 1 week ago

James Harden closes Game 4 victory as Clippers even series with Mavericks

LA Times  

James Harden scored 13 of the Clippers’ final 18 points in a Game 4 win over the Mavericks on Sunday afternoon in Dallas. And so, it’s pretty simple for me.” Perhaps, but the game turned tenuous when the Clippers’ big lead turned into a 105-104 deficit with 2:14 left after Kyrie Irving scored over three Clippers’ defenders. “He’s extremely disappointed …

Clippers’ Kawhi Leonard questionable for Game 4 vs. Mavericks
8 months, 1 week ago

Clippers’ Kawhi Leonard questionable for Game 4 vs. Mavericks

LA Times  

Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard, trying to cut off a drive by Mavericks guard Luka Doncic, played less than 25 minutes during Game 3 on Friday. Kawhi Leonard eased his way onto the American Airlines Center court Saturday afternoon, his sneakers in hand and a thin white device on his swollen right knee that has left the Clippers’ best player listed …

Kawhi Leonard, Clippers struggle again in Game 3 loss to the Mavericks
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Kawhi Leonard, Clippers struggle again in Game 3 loss to the Mavericks

LA Times  

Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard, trying to drive past Mavericks forward P.J. Leonard was listed as questionable because of right knee inflammation for Game 3, and though he started Friday night, he rarely looked sharp during the Clippers’ 101-90 loss to the Dallas Mavericks at American Airlines Center. Leonard said his knee “just didn’t respond the way we wanted” after he …

Clippers glad to have Kawhi Leonard back, but will he play more in Game 3?
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Clippers glad to have Kawhi Leonard back, but will he play more in Game 3?

LA Times  

Clippers star Kawhi Leonard drives past Dallas guard Kyrie Irving during the Clippers’ loss in Game 2 of their first-round playoff series against the Mavericks on Tuesday. Lue said Leonard didn’t have any issues with his knee after playing 34:55 in Game 2 of the Western Conference playoffs Tuesday against the Dallas Mavericks. So now, the question is whether Lue …

Clippers need a better version of Kawhi Leonard to win Game 3
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Clippers need a better version of Kawhi Leonard to win Game 3

LA Times  

Kawhi Leonard loses control of the ball while guarded by Luka Doncic in Game 2. The Clippers lost Game 2 to the Dallas Mavericks Tuesday night at Crypto.com Arena and in the process lost the home-court advantage in the Western Conference best-of-seven playoff series that’s now tied at 1-1. “Win Game 3,” Lue said late Tuesday night after his crew’s …

Column: Despite Game 2 loss, Clippers clearly need Kawhi Leonard to have any title hopes
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Column: Despite Game 2 loss, Clippers clearly need Kawhi Leonard to have any title hopes

LA Times  

The Clippers’ Kawhi Leonard is introduced at the start of Tuesday’s game against the Dallas Mavericks at Crypto.com Arena. Asked about where he was from a conditioning standpoint, Leonard replied, “It’s my first game in like 20-something days, but I don’t know. “The last few weeks, I haven’t been on the floor, so last couple days, it felt great and …

Kawhi Leonard returns but Clippers drop Game 2 to the Mavericks
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Kawhi Leonard returns but Clippers drop Game 2 to the Mavericks

LA Times  

They finally are whole, the return of Kawhi Leonard from right knee inflammation that kept the Clippers’ best player out for 23 days making them complete. But for the Clippers to defeat the Dallas Mavericks again in a Western Conference playoff series, Leonard was going to need his teammates to carry most of the weight until he gets his game …

Column: Missing Kawhi Leonard almost cost Clippers in Game 1
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Column: Missing Kawhi Leonard almost cost Clippers in Game 1

LA Times  

Clippers star Kawhi Leonard missed his nonth consecutive game on Sunday. As well as James Harden played in the first half, as big as Paul George came up in a two-minute stretch midway through the fourth quarter, the Clippers were missing something. Clippers Without Kawhi Leonard, Clippers handle Mavericks in Game 1 All-Star forward Kawhi Leonard missed his ninth straight …

Without Kawhi Leonard, Clippers handle Mavericks in Game 1
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Without Kawhi Leonard, Clippers handle Mavericks in Game 1

LA Times  

Clippers guard James Harden celebrates with Paul George after scoring against the Mavericks in Game 1 on Sunday. The inflammation in Kawhi Leonard’s right knee kept him out of the Clippers’ playoff opener against the Dallas Mavericks. And so Paul George, James Harden and the rest of Clippers coach Tyronn Lue’s group had to press forward without their best player. …

Clippers facing prospect of no Kawhi Leonard in playoff opener against Luka Doncic and Mavericks
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Clippers facing prospect of no Kawhi Leonard in playoff opener against Luka Doncic and Mavericks

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — It’s playoff time in the NBA, and the Los Angeles Clippers have four potential Hall of Famers on their roster. “They’re going to score the basketball,” Clippers guard James Harden said, “but make it as difficult as you can possession by possession.” The Clippers took two of three from Dallas this season. “I think we’re good when …

Kawhi Leonard practices with Clippers, but status for Game 1 is unclear
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Kawhi Leonard practices with Clippers, but status for Game 1 is unclear

LA Times  

Clippers star Kawhi Leonard sat out eight consecutive games at the end of the regular season and it’s unclear if he’ll be ready to play in the first-round playoff series opener Sunday. “But he’s going to be a part of practice.” Lue was asked how much Leonard could participate. Leonard is the Clippers’ best player, has won two NBA championships …

Clippers prepare for playoffs by resting starters in loss to Rockets
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Clippers prepare for playoffs by resting starters in loss to Rockets

LA Times  

Kawhi Leonard sat on the Clippers bench Sunday once again dressed in a sweatsuit, right next to Paul George, who was next to James Harden, the team’s three stars not playing in the final regular-season game before the team begins the playoffs. “He’s not playing today,” Clippers coach Tyronn Lue said before his team’s 116-105 loss to the Rockets in …

Clippers will face Mavericks in first round, but will Kawhi Leonard play?
8 months, 4 weeks ago

Clippers will face Mavericks in first round, but will Kawhi Leonard play?

LA Times  

Clippers guard Amir Coffey puts up a shot during a 110-109 loss to the Utah Jazz at Crypto.com Arena on Friday night. With the Dallas Mavericks losing to the Detroit Pistons, the Clippers already knew before their 110-109 loss to the Utah Jazz that they had clinched the fourth seed in the Western Conference and will play the Mavericks in …

Without Kawhi Leonard, Clippers end trip on disappointing note
9 months, 1 week ago

Without Kawhi Leonard, Clippers end trip on disappointing note

LA Times  

Clippers guard Norman Powell, who started in place of Kawhi Leonard, shoots over De’Aaron Fox in the first half. More so, Kings center Domantas Sabonis was a force the Clippers couldn’t stop, his all-around play leaving him one assist from a triple-double with 22 points, 20 rebounds and nine assists. Lue said they “hope” Leonard can return to play Thursday …

Kawhi Leonard to miss game against Kings because of sore knee
9 months, 1 week ago

Kawhi Leonard to miss game against Kings because of sore knee

LA Times  

Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard returned to Los Angeles on Monday to receive treatment on his sore right knee. Clippers All-Star forward Kawhi Leonard has a sore right knee and will miss the game Tuesday night against the Sacramento Kings, coach Tyronn Lue told reporters at the team’s shoot-around earlier in the day. “But yesterday was when we found out.” Lue …

Kawhi Leonard leaves Clippers’ loss early because of back spasms
9 months, 4 weeks ago

Kawhi Leonard leaves Clippers’ loss early because of back spasms

LA Times  

Minnesota’s Anthony Edwards gets a pass off in front of Clippers Ivica Zubac, left, and Kawhi Leonard in the first quarter. It was one thing for the Clippers to lose forward Kawhi Leonard to back spasms that forced him to leave Crypto.com Arena on Tuesday night, but what upset Coach Ty Lue the most was how his team wasn’t “being …

Kawhi Leonard helps Clippers erase 20-point deficit, rally for road win over Rockets
10 months ago

Kawhi Leonard helps Clippers erase 20-point deficit, rally for road win over Rockets

LA Times  

The Clippers’ Kawhi Leonard drives toward the basket under pressure from the Rockets’ Dillon Brooks on Wednesday in Houston. Kawhi Leonard had 28 points, and Paul George and James Harden each scored 21 as the Clippers rallied for a 122-116 win over the Houston Rockets on Wednesday night. “Credit to them because they do have three really good scorers that …

LeBron James’ 40,000-point club won’t see anyone joining for a long time. Maybe never. Here’s why
10 months ago

LeBron James’ 40,000-point club won’t see anyone joining for a long time. Maybe never. Here’s why

Associated Press  

There’s a slim chance that one day someone will join LeBron James in the NBA’s 40,000-point club. Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James, right, shoots as Denver Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon defends during the second half of an NBA basketball game Saturday, March 2, 2024, in Los Angeles. Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James waits to be introduced prior to …

LeBron James rallies Lakers from 21 down in the fourth to stun the Clippers
10 months, 1 week ago

LeBron James rallies Lakers from 21 down in the fourth to stun the Clippers

LA Times  

LeBron James’ tongue wagged after he glided from right to left to bank in a runner off one foot. “He,” D’Angelo Russell said, “did him.” In the final Hallway Series showdown Wednesday between the Lakers and the Clippers — unless the Crypto.com Arena co-tenants meet in the playoffs — the NBA’s all-time leading scorer ensured the meeting wouldn’t be forgettable …

'Not Tearing My ACL:’ Kawhi Leonard's Witty Response After Being Asked on his Increased Availability for the LA Clippers
10 months, 1 week ago

'Not Tearing My ACL:’ Kawhi Leonard's Witty Response After Being Asked on his Increased Availability for the LA Clippers

News 18  

Kawhi Leonard has been the Los Angeles Clippers’ main man ever since he was traded from the Toronto Raptors in 2019. Kawhi Leonard on the reasons behind his much-improved availability this season: “Not tearing my ACL and my meniscus.”Makes sense. pic.twitter.com/GqgWxY1fBm — HoopsHype February 26, 2024 A reporter asked Leonard, “What goes into you being available for so many of …

Kawhi Leonard and Clippers pull away in final minutes to defeat Grizzlies
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Kawhi Leonard and Clippers pull away in final minutes to defeat Grizzlies

LA Times  

Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard controls the ball in front of Memphis Grizzlies guard Vince Williams Jr. and forward Jaren Jackson Jr. during the first half of the Clippers’ 101-95 win Friday. Kawhi Leonard scored 24 points, Terance Mann had a season-high 23 points and 12 rebounds, and the Clippers pulled away in the fourth quarter for a 101-95 victory over …

Clippers don’t need Kawhi Leonard, or Tyronn Lue, to rally and beat Warriors
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Clippers don’t need Kawhi Leonard, or Tyronn Lue, to rally and beat Warriors

LA Times  

Clippers guard Brandon Boston Jr. reaches for the ball next to Warriors guard Brandin Podziemski in the first half. And they were trying to find their groove again while playing their last game before Sunday’s All-Star Game without star Kawhi Leonard, who sat out Wednesday night against the Golden State Warriors because of a strained left adductor. But he had …

George and Leonard combine for 57 points in rallying Clippers past Pistons 112-106
10 months, 4 weeks ago

George and Leonard combine for 57 points in rallying Clippers past Pistons 112-106

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Paul George scored 33 points, Kawhi Leonard added 24 and the Los Angeles Clippers rallied in the fourth quarter to beat the Detroit Pistons 112-106 on Saturday. “The second half we went small and were able to score a lot better.” George scored 15 points in the fourth, hitting back-to-back 3-pointers that capped an 11-0 run and …

Westbrook reaches 25,000 career points and Leonard scores 33 to lead Clippers past Pistons 136-125
11 months ago

Westbrook reaches 25,000 career points and Leonard scores 33 to lead Clippers past Pistons 136-125

Associated Press  

DETROIT — Russell Westbrook scored 23 points to become the 25th player in NBA history with 25,000 points, Kawhi Leonard had 21 of his 33 points in the first half and the Los Angeles Clippers put on an offensive show in a 136-125 win over the Detroit Pistons on Friday night. “I don’t take any of this for granted.” Los …

Big third quarter lifts Clippers past Wizards
11 months, 1 week ago

Big third quarter lifts Clippers past Wizards

LA Times  

Kawhi Leonard scored 31 points, James Harden added 25 and the Clippers pulled away with a big third quarter to beat the Washington Wizards 125-109 on Wednesday night. “It was huge, in that third quarter, just coming out with a defensive mindset,” Clippers coach Tyronn Lue said. And Harden hit five three-pointers to help the Clippers snap out of a …

Clippers win their 5th straight, 115-96 over Celtics. It was just Boston’s 2nd home loss
11 months, 1 week ago

Clippers win their 5th straight, 115-96 over Celtics. It was just Boston’s 2nd home loss

Associated Press  

BOSTON — The Clippers were embarrassed on their home court the first time they faced the Celtics. Paul George added 17 points for Los Angeles, which used a 21-0 run in the third quarter to win its fifth straight and avenge a 37-point home loss to Boston in December. In Boston’s victory in Los Angeles, the Celtics made a season-high …

Kawhi Leonard leads Clippers to rout over Celtics for their fifth straight win
11 months, 1 week ago

Kawhi Leonard leads Clippers to rout over Celtics for their fifth straight win

LA Times  

Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard, left, drives past Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown during the first half of the Clippers’ 115-96 win Saturday. Kawhi Leonard scored 26 points in only 29 minutes and the Clippers routed the Celtics 115-96 on Saturday night. Paul George scored 17 points for the Clippers, who used a 21-0 run in the third quarter to win …

Leonard’s 2nd career triple-double leads Clippers over LeBron-less Lakers 127-116
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Leonard’s 2nd career triple-double leads Clippers over LeBron-less Lakers 127-116

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Facing a seven-game road trip, the Los Angeles Clippers added to their momentum of late by beating the Lakers for the first time in three meetings this season. Kawhi Leonard had his second career triple-double, James Harden had 23 points and 10 assists and the Clippers won 127-116 on Tuesday night. “That’s what we got to do, …

Clippers put home win streak on the line against the Lakers
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Clippers put home win streak on the line against the Lakers

Associated Press  

Los Angeles Lakers vs. Los Angeles Clippers Los Angeles; Tuesday, 10 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: The Los Angeles Clippers host the Los Angeles Lakers trying to prolong a seven-game home winning streak. The Lakers rank eighth in the league with 27.9 assists per game led by LeBron James averaging 7.4. LAST 10 GAMES: Clippers: 8-2, averaging 121.6 points, 40.4 rebounds, …

Leonard scores 14 points in 5 minutes, Clippers overcome 18-point deficit to stun Nets 125-114
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Leonard scores 14 points in 5 minutes, Clippers overcome 18-point deficit to stun Nets 125-114

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — After getting outhustled and outshot for three quarters, the Los Angeles Clippers turned into a team possessed. Kawhi Leonard scored 14 of his 21 points in the final five minutes and the Clippers overcame an 18-point deficit with a game-ending 22-0 run to beat the Brooklyn Nets 125-114 on Sunday. Great thing about this group is we …

Clippers sign 2-time NBA Finals MVP Leonard to a 3-year extension worth $152.3 million per AP source
11 months, 4 weeks ago

Clippers sign 2-time NBA Finals MVP Leonard to a 3-year extension worth $152.3 million per AP source

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — With the Los Angeles Clippers compiling one of their best rosters ever, Kawhi Leonard wanted to make sure the focus was on the quest for a first NBA Finals appearance in franchise history rather than his future. I’m in a moment in this season of trying to get us to a place we haven’t been before.” The …

Kawhi Leonard, Clippers agree to contract extension. ‘We knew this union was going to happen’
11 months, 4 weeks ago

Kawhi Leonard, Clippers agree to contract extension. ‘We knew this union was going to happen’

LA Times  

Even though Kawhi Leonard had been eligible for a contract extension since July, talks between his representatives and the Clippers had not yielded a deal for months. “We both wanted it to happen and we came to an agreement.” Because of concerns about Leonard’s durability, after knee injuries ended his second and fourth seasons with the Clippers, league observers last …

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