NBA Draft: Identifying potential fits for the Clippers in the second round
2 years, 9 months ago

NBA Draft: Identifying potential fits for the Clippers in the second round

New York Times  

The 2022 NBA Draft is exactly one week away, and the LA Clippers have the 43rd pick, a lone second-round selection for a team that missed the playoffs with a 42-40 record. Here is a refresher on LA’s offseason depth chart, with open spots shaded: 2022 Clippers pre-draft depth chart PG SG SF PF C Reggie Jackson Paul George Kawhi Leonard Marcus Morris Sr. Ivica Zubac Terance Mann Luke Kennard Norman Powell Robert Covington Isaiah Hartenstein Jason Preston Brandon Boston Jr. Rodney Hood Amir Coffey Nicolas Batum Xavier Moon Jay Scrubb Point guard Objective: Forces turnovers and otherwise actively defensively Kennedy Chandler, Tennessee Jean Montero, Overtime Elite Alondes Williams, Wake Forest Andrew Nembhard, Gonzaga E10 — Scotty Pippen Jr., Vanderbilt I’m not a big fan of this draft class of guards, and that’s before you consider the fact that the Clippers spent the 2021 draft bolstering their young corps on the perimeter. And though his offense is developing, he’s decent in transition with a 3-point clip of 38.3 percent … Sam Vecenie had Montero going to the Clippers in his post-lottery mock draft. … Devoe made 223 3s at Clippers assistant Shaun Fein’s alma mater, with Devoe shooting 39.3 percent from 3 over four years. Liddell, Ohio State Justin Lewis, Marquette Jabari Walker, Colorado David Roddy, Colorado State E10 — Michael Foster Jr., G League Ignite I didn’t think the Clippers should draft a big last season.

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Clippers can’t overcome absence of Norman Powell in loss to Bucks
1 month ago

Clippers can’t overcome absence of Norman Powell in loss to Bucks

LA Times  

Clippers guard James Harden, right, tries to drive past Milwaukee’s Kyle Kuzma during the second half of the Clippers’ 116-110 loss Thursday. Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 23 points in his return after missing six games because of a strained calf, and the Milwaukee Bucks rallied for a 116-110 victory over the Clippers on Thursday night. Kawhi Leonard had 25 points, James …

Clippers sign Ben Simmons in latest change of scenery for injury-plagued former top pick
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1 month, 1 week ago

Clippers sign Ben Simmons in latest change of scenery for injury-plagued former top pick

Associated Press  

INGLEWOOD, Calif. — The Los Angeles Clippers signed Ben Simmons on Monday, adding a former No. The 28-year-old Simmons joins a veteran squad led by Kawhi Leonard, James Harden and Norman Powell. The Nets acquired Simmons in exchange for James Harden at the 2022 trade deadline, and he injured his back trying to work his way back into shape after …

Clippers bolster their depth by signing former Nets guard Ben Simmons
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Clippers bolster their depth by signing former Nets guard Ben Simmons

LA Times  

Ben Simmons signed with the Clippers on Monday after he reached a buyout deal with the Nets. The Clippers announced that they have signed Ben Simmons to a deal on Monday, giving them another big body and athletic player. Simmons has played in just 365 games over seven seasons during his time with the 76ers and Nets because of numerous …

Clippers trade P.J. Tucker to Jazz, avoid luxury tax ahead of deadline: Source
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Clippers trade P.J. Tucker to Jazz, avoid luxury tax ahead of deadline: Source

New York Times  

The LA Clippers have agreed to trade backup center Mo Bamba, a 2030 second-round pick and the contract of P.J. Tucker to the Utah Jazz for backup center Drew Eubanks and veteran guard Patty Mills, a team source tells The Athletic. In July, the Clippers sent Russell Westbrook’s contract to Utah in a transaction that landed them guard Kris Dunn …

Lakers, Warriors and rest of NBA’s Pacific Division find themselves in rough waters
2 months, 1 week ago

Lakers, Warriors and rest of NBA’s Pacific Division find themselves in rough waters

New York Times  

It’s a shame we don’t really pay attention to NBA divisions anymore, because this year’s Pacific Division is quite a story. Each of the division’s five teams — the LA Clippers, Los Angeles Lakers, Golden State Warriors, Sacramento Kings and Phoenix Suns — had contention dreams of varying intensity heading into the season, assembling veteran rosters and surrendering some juicy …

As Clippers resume schedule amid LA wildfires, they look to rediscover ‘identity’
2 months, 1 week ago

As Clippers resume schedule amid LA wildfires, they look to rediscover ‘identity’

New York Times  

It’s been a tragic week in the Los Angeles area, where wildfires have burned thousands of structures and completely upended people’s lives. The LA Clippers have not played since Wednesday’s 126-103 road loss to the Denver Nuggets, a game star Kawhi Leonard missed to attend to his family in the wake of evacuations caused by the flames. “I’m watching news …

Clippers trade Russell Westbrook to Jazz. He’s expected to join the Nuggets after a buyout
8 months ago

Clippers trade Russell Westbrook to Jazz. He’s expected to join the Nuggets after a buyout

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — The Los Angeles Clippers sent Russell Westbrook to the Utah Jazz on Thursday in a sign-and-trade deal for point guard Kris Dunn. The point guard averaged a career-low 11.1 points per game while mostly coming off the bench last season for the Clippers, who were bounced by Dallas in the first round of the playoffs while Kawhi …

Clippers trade Russell Westbrook, pick and cash to Utah Jazz for guard Kris Dunn
8 months ago

Clippers trade Russell Westbrook, pick and cash to Utah Jazz for guard Kris Dunn

LA Times  

The Clippers have traded guard Russell Westbrook, who is expected to eventually land with the Denver Nuggets following a series of transactions. Mercurial guard Russell Westbrook, who opted into his $4-million contract this summer, has been traded to Utah in a sign-and-trade deal that will give the Clippers guard Kris Dunn, the team announced. Frank talked about the “great respect” …

Clippers hope to remain competitive with roster in wake of losing Paul George
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Clippers hope to remain competitive with roster in wake of losing Paul George

LA Times  

Free agent Nicolas Batum will be returning to the Clippers after agreeing to a deal Monday, joining a roster that now includes former Nuggets guard Bones Hyland, right. “We traded a lot to pair Paul and Kawhi, and in exchange, we had five seasons of contention,” Clippers president of basketball operations Lawrence Frank said in a statement Sunday evening. The …

Five players the Clippers should target in NBA free agency
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Five players the Clippers should target in NBA free agency

New York Times  

This LA Clippers free-agency targets piece has always been one of my favorites to write. Point guard: Tyus Jones 2023-24 team: Washington Wizards 28 years old 6-foot-1, 196 pounds Unrestricted free agent Harden is a free agent, and Russell Westbrook has a player option. 2023-24 team: Philadelphia 76ers 26 years old 6-foot-3, 200 pounds Unrestricted free agent Yes, that is …

Clippers get younger in draft, then make final case to retain veteran stars
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Clippers get younger in draft, then make final case to retain veteran stars

New York Times  

The LA Clippers had the oldest roster in the NBA in 2023-24, with an average age of 30.4 years. “It’s the way the board fell,” Clippers president of basketball operations Lawrence Frank said on drafting Christie. Just like in early May, when Frank said shortly after the Clippers were eliminated by the eventual Western Conference champion Dallas Mavericks that George …

Clippers select Minnesota guard Cam Christie with the No. 46 pick of NBA draft
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Clippers select Minnesota guard Cam Christie with the No. 46 pick of NBA draft

LA Times  

The Clippers selected Minnesota guard Cam Christie with the No. The Clippers selected Cam Christie with the 46th pick in the second round of the NBA draft on Thursday. I know I have a lot of work to do, but I have a lot of motivation and good people behind me to kind of propel me to help me get …

As Clippers prepare for draft, Paul George’s future hangs in balance
8 months, 3 weeks ago

As Clippers prepare for draft, Paul George’s future hangs in balance

LA Times  

Clippers forward Paul George, right, driving against Mavericks guard Josh Green during Game 4 of their playoff series, has until Saturday to exercise his option for a $48.7 million deal next season. Clippers Jeff Van Gundy joins Clippers as lead assistant to coach Tyronn Lue Jeff Van Gundy, who coached New York and Houston, coached Tyronn Lue for one season …

Pelicans enter NBA Draft needing to find their center of the future
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Pelicans enter NBA Draft needing to find their center of the future

New York Times  

At the end of the 2023-24 regular season, only one game separated the New Orleans Pelicans and the eventual Western Conference champion Dallas Mavericks. Another polarizing figure who could be available in the Pelicans’ range is Purdue’s Zach Edey, who is one of the largest men to ever enter the NBA Draft at 7-foot-4, 299 pounds. Looking into younger bigs …

The LA Clippers’ championship window is officially shut
10 months, 2 weeks ago

The LA Clippers’ championship window is officially shut

New York Times  

When Kawhi Leonard signed a three-year contract with the LA Clippers in 2021, lining up his contract with Paul George and giving both stars player options for 2024-25, the Clippers’ championship window became clear. It’s a disappointing end to this era of Clippers’ basketball, one few could have predicted years ago when Leonard, fresh off the best one-and-done season in …

Clippers right ship with victory over Trail Blazers
1 year ago

Clippers right ship with victory over Trail Blazers

LA Times  

Kawhi Leonard shoots between Portland’s Anfernee Simons, left, and Toumani Camara in the second half. In recent times the Clippers lost their way, losers of four of their last five games before they faced a Portland Trail Blazers team with the fifth-worst record in the league. And if they were going to shore that up against the Trail Blazers, the …

Clippers’ woes against Pelicans could haunt them come playoff time
1 year ago

Clippers’ woes against Pelicans could haunt them come playoff time

LA Times  

Clippers forward Paul George, left, and center Ivica Zubac try to stop Pelicans forward Zion Williamson from scoring during the first half of the Clippers’ 112-104 loss Friday night. “That’s something we got to figure out.” The Clippers will have to because they’re on a potential playoff collision course with the Pelicans. “We’ll welcome any challenge,” George said, “any matchup.” …

Clippers’ momentum is high as season resumes. Can they be even better post-All-Star break?
1 year, 1 month ago

Clippers’ momentum is high as season resumes. Can they be even better post-All-Star break?

New York Times  

At NBA All-Star Weekend, Phoenix Suns power forward Kevin Durant was asked what player and team outside of his own was the best he had seen this season. “It’s just a tribute to the guys,” Clippers head coach Tyronn Lue said of the praise from his peers. “It’s an opportunity to get us ready,” Clippers shooting guard Terance Mann said. …

Hornets send Gordon Hayward to Thunder for 3 players, 2 second-round draft picks
1 year, 1 month ago

Hornets send Gordon Hayward to Thunder for 3 players, 2 second-round draft picks

Associated Press  

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The Oklahoma City Thunder acquired often-injured small forward Gordon Hayward from the Charlotte Hornets in exchange for guard Tre Mann, forward Davis Bertans, point guard Vasilije Micic and second-round draft picks in 2024 and 2025. If Hayward is able to return from a left calf strain, he could help the Thunder, who entered Thursday’s games tied with …

After 23 wins in two months, Clippers are locked in. Do they even need a trade?
1 year, 1 month ago

After 23 wins in two months, Clippers are locked in. Do they even need a trade?

New York Times  

WASHINGTON — After another dominant LA Clippers win, this time a 125-109 victory over the Wizards on Wednesday, point guard James Harden was the last player to leave the locker room. We’re locking in game-by-game.” Starting shooting guard Terance Mann struggled with his shot through December, but his percentages in January resembled an untouchable player: 56.7 percent field goals, 47.7 …

The Clippers’ winning ways began with a change of mindset
1 year, 2 months ago

The Clippers’ winning ways began with a change of mindset

LA Times  

The Clippers’ rebound from being one of the NBA’s most-maligned teams in November to one of its most dangerous two months later can be explained by any number of ways, supported both by reams of new-school statistics and the old-fashioned eye test. Harden has been “a huge part of it,” Mann said, “just him coming in here with all that …

Clippers sign Josh Primo to standard contract and are expected to add Daniel Theis
1 year, 4 months ago

Clippers sign Josh Primo to standard contract and are expected to add Daniel Theis

LA Times  

The Clippers have converted former Spurs guard Josh Primo to a standard contract after previously signing him to a two-way deal. The Clippers converted guard Josh Primo from a two-way contract to a standard NBA contract, said two people with knowledge of the decision but not authorized to speak publicly on the matter. The signing occurred Wednesday because it was …

Clippers’ top brass says James Harden will make the sacrifices necessary to contend for a title
1 year, 4 months ago

Clippers’ top brass says James Harden will make the sacrifices necessary to contend for a title

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Although James Harden is a superstar joining a team already loaded with stars, the Los Angeles Clippers’ top brass thinks he will thrive in their galaxy. Clippers coach Tyronn Lue said Wednesday he isn’t sure when Harden will make his debut following the blockbuster trade that brought the 10-time All-Star and 2018 NBA MVP home to Los …

Clippers' NBA title odds vault on the back of 76ers trade
1 year, 4 months ago

Clippers' NBA title odds vault on the back of 76ers trade

China Daily  

Los Angeles Clippers' Paul George shoots against Orlando Magic's Paolo Banchero during an NBA game in Los Angeles on Tuesday. USA TODAY SPORTS VIA REUTERS CON James Harden has forced himself out of yet another NBA city, and the mercurial 34-year-old made a significant impact on the NBA title odds in the process. The Philadelphia 76ers finally agreed to move …

Clippers traded for James Harden believing he wants ‘one thing’: a Clippers title
1 year, 4 months ago

Clippers traded for James Harden believing he wants ‘one thing’: a Clippers title

LA Times  

The Clippers’ James Harden arrives to the arena before a game against the Orlando Magic on Tuesday at Crypto.com Arena. “The intensity of conversations turned up where, OK, it went from, ‘There’s really nothing here’ to, ‘OK, there could be something here,’” said Lawrence Frank, the Clippers’ president of basketball operations. “He’s a 10-time All-Star, he has an elite skill …

With James Harden trade, Clippers go for it and 76ers move on
1 year, 4 months ago

With James Harden trade, Clippers go for it and 76ers move on

New York Times  

It appeared that the NBA’s business Monday night was done around 10 p.m. Pacific Time. Tucker and 2021 second-round pick Filip Petrušev from the 76ers, while the Clippers shipped Robert Covington, Nicolas Batum, Marcus Morris Sr. and Kenyon Martin Jr. to Philadelphia. They’re trying to win it all with a two-time NBA Finals MVP in Leonard who hasn’t won in …

76ers trade James Harden to Clippers: How the deal positions both teams to succeed
1 year, 4 months ago

76ers trade James Harden to Clippers: How the deal positions both teams to succeed

New York Times  

By: Shams Charania, Sam Amick and Lawrence Murray The Philadelphia 76ers traded star guard James Harden to the Los Angeles Clippers Here’s what you need to know: In exchange for Harden, the Clippers sent Robert Covington, Nicolas Batum, KJ Martin, Marcus Morris Sr. and draft picks to the 76ers. How the trade came together 76ers owner Josh Harris and Clippers …

Clippers finalizing deal to acquire James Harden in trade with 76ers
1 year, 4 months ago

Clippers finalizing deal to acquire James Harden in trade with 76ers

LA Times  

As teams with NBA title ambitions in Milwaukee and Boston fortified their rosters in recent weeks and days, the Clippers arrived at training camp with a roster virtually unchanged from the end of last season. The move was made with obvious championship intentions — the hope of team owner Steve Ballmer and team president Lawrence Frank that Harden’s future Hall …

Clippers ‘bring that intensity’ on defense and set a tone with rout of Trail Blazers
1 year, 4 months ago

Clippers ‘bring that intensity’ on defense and set a tone with rout of Trail Blazers

LA Times  

It was the first game, against an opponent seemingly bound for a high pick in next June’s NBA draft. Yet the Clippers left Crypto.com Arena after Wednesday’s season-opening 123-111 win over Portland having seen their preseason talking points turned into regular-season reality, and tentatively believing a tone was set. But even more than his emphasis on running, Lue wanted to …

Clippers ‘skipped some steps’ last season and are determined to not do it again
1 year, 5 months ago

Clippers ‘skipped some steps’ last season and are determined to not do it again

New York Times  

HONOLULU — When LA Clippers head coach Tyronn Lue gathered his team for Tuesday’s first training camp practice, he laid out some guidelines to set a tone about accountability. “When you end the season on — I know we had injuries and everything — but when you end the season and you don’t accomplish your goal of winning a championship, …

Clippers-Jazz takeaways: Tyronn Lue’s new ‘Day 1’ urgency plan showing returns
1 year, 5 months ago

Clippers-Jazz takeaways: Tyronn Lue’s new ‘Day 1’ urgency plan showing returns

LA Times  

An NBA guard for 11 years who has coached LeBron James, Paul George and Kawhi Leonard, Tyronn Lue knows how veteran players think. “Veteran players, they always try to ease into it,” the Clippers’ coach said Sunday, before their first preseason game at Stan Sheriff Center. “And I wanted to try to change that mind-set of just establishing who we …

Clippers conundrum: Pick up the pace while limiting turnovers
1 year, 5 months ago

Clippers conundrum: Pick up the pace while limiting turnovers

LA Times  

Russell Westbrook and Paul George, holding son Paul Vuk, will be integral in the Clippers’ trying to pick up the pace while limiting turnovers this season. “We’ve been a slow team over the course of the last three or four years, and just not really being high and pushing the pace until Russ got here at the end of the …

Why Jrue Holiday might be a better option for the Clippers than James Harden
1 year, 5 months ago

Why Jrue Holiday might be a better option for the Clippers than James Harden

New York Times  

Update: Jrue Holiday was traded to the Boston Celtics on Oct. 1. At long last, the Portland Trail Blazers traded Damian Lillard, sending the All-NBA point guard to the Milwaukee Bucks in exchange for Jrue Holiday, Deandre’ Ayton, Toumani Camara, a 2029 unprotected first-round pick and pick swaps in 2028 and 2030. In the Bucks’ five-game upset first-round loss to …

It's now or never. The Clippers must trade for James Harden
1 year, 8 months ago

It's now or never. The Clippers must trade for James Harden

LA Times  

James Harden reportedly wants out of Philadelphia and could make a championship possible for the Clippers if they would trade for the disgruntled guard. If somebody filmed a documentary on this upcoming Clippers season, they would call it, “The Last Chance.” It’s a last chance for Leonard and George to seriously chase a championship before Ballmer throws up his hands …

Clippers bringing back center Mason Plumlee on one-year deal
1 year, 8 months ago

Clippers bringing back center Mason Plumlee on one-year deal

LA Times  

Center Mason Plumlee, working in the post against Suns center Bismack Biyombo during a playoff game last season, has agreed to return to the Clippers on a one-year, $5-million contract. Clippers owner Steve Ballmer, coach Tyronn Lue and president of basketball operations Lawrence Frank all made a clear pitch in recent days to free-agent center Mason Plumlee: We want you …

Russell Westbrook agrees to two-year deal with Clippers, who also trade for K.J. Martin
1 year, 8 months ago

Russell Westbrook agrees to two-year deal with Clippers, who also trade for K.J. Martin

LA Times  

Russell Westbrook, reacting after a breakaway dunk against the Suns during a playoff game in April, will re-sign with the Clippers on a two-year contract. The Clippers entered NBA free agency open to retaining certain elements of last season’s roster while In two moves Saturday, the Clippers tried to address both. That left open the threat of another team swooping …

Clippers make minor moves on the first day of free agency
1 year, 8 months ago

Clippers make minor moves on the first day of free agency

LA Times  

On the first day of NBA free agency, the Clippers made a trade. About four hours after free agency officially opened with a flurry of deals across the league but relative silence by the Clippers, and no word of movement on a potential deal to land Philadelphia’s James Harden, the Clippers sent cash to Detroit for the draft rights to …

Clippers’ free agency puzzle: Surround Paul George-Kawhi Leonard with ...
1 year, 8 months ago

Clippers’ free agency puzzle: Surround Paul George-Kawhi Leonard with ...

LA Times  

What pieces can the Clippers place around Paul George and Kawhi Leonard to finally bring the franchise a championship? On Wednesday, the Clippers were linked to a pursuit of Philadelphia’s James Harden, after he opted into his $35.6 million salary for next season with the intent of being traded elsewhere. Harden could be the playmaker the Clippers have sought after …

Clippers waive veteran guard Eric Gordon and avoid a steeper luxury tax bill
1 year, 8 months ago

Clippers waive veteran guard Eric Gordon and avoid a steeper luxury tax bill

LA Times  

The Clippers waived veteran guard Eric Gordon on Wednesday, the last day the team had to guarantee his $20.9-million salary for next season. By not adding Gordon’s salary to next year’s team, the Clippers stand to save about $110 million on their luxury tax bill, according to calculations by ESPN’s Bobby Marks. To get Gordon before last season’s stretch run, …

Who’s No. 2? Kupchak says Hornets likely to keep that pick in NBA draft
1 year, 9 months ago

Who’s No. 2? Kupchak says Hornets likely to keep that pick in NBA draft

Associated Press  

The Charlotte Hornets are leaning toward keeping the pivotal No. General manager Mitch Kupchak said Wednesday the Hornets are considering two players, adding that he believes there’s a “significant separation” in talent among the top three players in the draft. But at this point in time I do expect to pick at two.” Kupchak said the Hornets haven’t decided on …

Clippers three-team trade talks that would bring them guard Malcolm Brogdon fall apart
1 year, 9 months ago

Clippers three-team trade talks that would bring them guard Malcolm Brogdon fall apart

LA Times  

Trade discussions between Boston, Washington and the Clippers that would have netted Los Angeles guard Malcolm Brogdon fell apart late Wednesday. The Celtics would have sent Danilo Gallinari to Washington and Brogdon, the 30-year-old former rookie of the year valued for his savvy but with a history of injuries, to the Clippers. For their part, the Clippers had discussed trading …

NBA 2023 draft: 7-4 Victor Wembanyama spurs visions of superstardom
1 year, 9 months ago

NBA 2023 draft: 7-4 Victor Wembanyama spurs visions of superstardom

LA Times  

Victor Wembanyama wants to see the city, but he’s the New York attraction no one seems able to miss. Although basketball people get drunk on expectations and projections every year at the NBA draft, this feels different — the kind of buzz that’s only accompanied the smallest handful of modern players. “He’s going to have the same kinds of expectations …

Clippers weighing roster options as they prepare for NBA draft
1 year, 9 months ago

Clippers weighing roster options as they prepare for NBA draft

LA Times  

San Jose State guard Omari Moore, who played at Pasadena High, has worked out for the Clippers and Lakers in advance of the NBA draft Thursday. In broader terms, with the NBA’s new collective bargaining agreement, and its onerous restrictions on top-spending teams like the Clippers, taking effect July 1, they have to thread the needle of positioning themselves for …

NBA mock draft: Hornets and Blazers have big decisions, here’s what might happen
1 year, 9 months ago

NBA mock draft: Hornets and Blazers have big decisions, here’s what might happen

LA Times  

Victor Wembanyama tries to block a layup by Scoot Henderson during an exhibition game between their French and G League teams last fall in Las Vegas. Charlotte Hornets: Scoot Henderson, PG, G League Ignite Unless it’s all smokescreens, there must be a reason teams are trying to leapfrog into the top 3 picks reportedly to grab the 19-year-old. Washington Wizards: …

Identifying potential Clippers fits as the 2023 NBA Draft draws near
1 year, 9 months ago

Identifying potential Clippers fits as the 2023 NBA Draft draws near

New York Times  

The 2023 NBA Draft will be underway in less than a week. With that, here’s a look at the Clippers offseason depth chart before we get right into it, with attention towards potential open spots: 2023 Clippers pre-draft depth chart PG SG SF PF C Russell Westbrook Paul George Kawhi Leonard Marcus Morris Sr. Ivica Zubac Eric Gordon Norman Powell …

Clippers draft analysis: Paul George trade talk, breaking down prospects and more
1 year, 9 months ago

Clippers draft analysis: Paul George trade talk, breaking down prospects and more

New York Times  

The NBA Draft is 15 days away. If you’re choosing to contend for another season, I think they need more help, and that means they should probably approach the draft with a look at trading the pick for some immediate help. James Nnaji would qualify, but I don’t think the Clippers should use the 30th pick on a raw stash …

Kawhi Leonard and Paul George remain at center of Clippers’ future, team exec says
1 year, 10 months ago

Kawhi Leonard and Paul George remain at center of Clippers’ future, team exec says

LA Times  

Injured Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard, right, watches from the bench during Game 4 against the Phoenix Suns on April 22. Two days after the Clippers’ season ended in a first-round postseason loss with stars Kawhi Leonard and Paul George injured yet again, their top basketball executive said the team’s future still revolves around the duo and also praised coach Tyronn …

Scouting the Suns: A look at the Clippers’ first-round playoff matchup
1 year, 11 months ago

Scouting the Suns: A look at the Clippers’ first-round playoff matchup

New York Times  

PHOENIX — The LA Clippers beat the Phoenix Suns 119-114 in Sunday’s regular-season finale at Footprint Center. Leonard’s availability, the Clippers’ midseason addition of Russell Westbrook and Phoenix’s midseason blockbuster trade to acquire two-time Finals MVP Kevin Durant to add to a core of Devin Booker, Chris Paul and Deandre Ayton highlight the changes between the 2021 Western Conference finals …

Clippers’ Paul George expected to miss rest of regular season with knee sprain
2 years ago

Clippers’ Paul George expected to miss rest of regular season with knee sprain

LA Times  

Clippers forward Paul George grabs his knee after suffering an injury against Oklahoma City on Tuesday. All-Star forward Paul George will be re-evaluated in two to three weeks after spraining his right knee, the team announced Wednesday, a day after he went down late in a 101-100 loss to Oklahoma City at Crypto.com Arena. Still, the timing means the Clippers …

Clippers fall to 0-4 with Russell Westbrook after losing another double-digit lead
2 years ago

Clippers fall to 0-4 with Russell Westbrook after losing another double-digit lead

LA Times  

Clippers guard Russell Westbrook shoots against Golden State Warriors guard Ty Jerome, left, and forward Jonathan Kuminga during the first half on Thursday in San Francisco. The strategy of avoidance is not unique in Westbrook’s career, but was employed to this exaggerated extent for the first time since he joined the Clippers four games ago, and underscored the challenge of …

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