DERRICK JONES JR. NEWS

Exits early Monday Coach Tyronn Lue said postgame that Jones didn't return to Monday's 109-98 win over the Clippers due to a hand injury, though Lue added that the forward was available to return and...

Impact Jones exited to the locker room with 10:20 remaining in the fourth quarter and didn't return, though Lue relayed that Jones is fine and should be good to go for Wednesday's matchup versus Brooklyn. The 27-year-old will likely remain with the second unit moving forward, though he could find himself in the starting lineup if Kawhi Leonard is given the day off during the first leg of a back-to-back set.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Starting sans Leonard Jones is in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Nuggets, Joey Linn of SI.com reports.

Impact Jones will get the starting nod in the absence of Kawhi Leonard (personal) on Wednesday. The veteran forward has started 32 games for the Clippers this season, averaging 9.8 points, 3.4 rebounds, 1.3 steals and 1.1 threes in 24.7 minutes over this period. Jones is worth streaming as a stopgap solution for steals in fantasy leagues against the Nuggets on Wednesday.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Ceding starting spot to Leonard Jones is not in the Clippers' starting lineup against the Hawks on Saturday, Law Murray of The Athletic reports.

Impact Jones has started in all 32 games he's played in this season and is averaging a career-high 9.8 points per game across 24.7 minutes. However, he will come off the bench Saturday due to the return of Kawhi Leonard (knee), while Kris Dunn remains in the Clippers' starting five.

JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Posts solid line Jones amassed 11 points (5-11 FG, 1-6 3Pt), three rebounds, two assists, one block and two steals in 32 minutes during Monday's 116-113 victory over New Orleans.

Impact This was a solid all-around performance for Jones as he reached double figures for the third straight game. During that stretch, he's posted averages of 11.7 points, 3.7 rebounds, 1.3 assists, 2.0 steals and 0.7 blocks. Keep in mind that his usage could take a hit when the Clippers presumably get Kawhi Leonard (knee) back in the near future.

DECEMBER 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Clippers hang on to beat slumping Curry-less Warriors 102-92 with 6 players in double figures

Norman Powell scored 24 points and the Los Angeles Clippers held on to beat the slumping Golden State Warriors for the third time this season, 102-92

DECEMBER 28, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Notches steal and block in return Jones (hamstring) tallied eight points (3-4 FG, 2-2 3Pt), one rebound, one assist, one steal and one block across 20 minutes in Thursday's 118-95 win over the Mavericks.

Impact Jones returned to the fold after a two-game absence due to a right hamstring strain. He took back his spot in the starting five from Amir Coffey but was eased back in with a lighter role than usual, as he saw about five fewer minutes than his season-long average (24.8). While Jones looks poised to stick on the top unit for the time being, he could be at risk of moving to the bench when Kawhi Leonard (knee) is cleared to make his season debut, which could happen as soon as next week.

DECEMBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

JEx-Mavs forward Derrick Jones Jr. was back in Dallas Former Dallas Mavericks forward Derrick Jones Jr. was back in Dallas for the first time Thursday since signing a three-year, $30 million fre...

DECEMBER 20, 2024 • MAVS.COM

Starting vs. Mavs Jones (hamstring) will play Thursday night against Dallas, Eddie Sefko of the Mavericks' official site reports.

Impact Jones has missed his squad's last two matchups while on the mend from a right hamstring strain but has been given the green light to suit up Thursday and will rejoin the first unit. He was averaging 10.1 points, 3.2 rebounds and 1.4 steals in his previous 10 appearances before going down with the injury.

DECEMBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Listed questionable for Thursday Jones (hamstring) is questionable for Thursday's game against the Mavericks, Grant Afseth of DallasHoopsJournal.com reports.

Impact Jones was initially expected to be out for around two weeks according to a report from Dec. 10, but the former UNLV standout seems to be recovering quicker than expected. The questionable tag suggests a decision on Jones' status will be made closer to Thursday's 8:30 p.m. ET tipoff. If he can't go, though, then Nicolas Batum would likely remain in the starting lineup.

DECEMBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dallas hosts Los Angeles after Doncic's 45-point performance

Dallas hosts the Los Angeles Clippers after Luka Doncic scored 45 points in the Dallas Mavericks' 143-133 victory over the Golden State Warriors

DECEMBER 18, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Clippers face the Jazz on 3-game losing streak

Los Angeles will try to stop its three-game skid when the Los Angeles Clippers take on Utah

DECEMBER 15, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Out at least two weeks The Clippers announced Tuesday that Jones has a right hamstring strain and will be re-evaluated in two weeks, Joey Linn of SI.com reports.

Impact Jones started each of the Clippers' first 25 games, averaging 25.0 minutes a night, so his absence will be a big blow. However, the Clippers also got some positive injury news Tuesday, as James Harden (groin), Mo Bamba (knee), Amir Coffey (shoulder) and Kris Dunn (illness) all logged full practices. Jones' absence should allow Nicolas Batum, Kevin Porter and Bones Hyland to see slightly increased roles.

DECEMBER 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Jalen Green scores 31 to lead Rockets past Clippers 117-106

Jalen Green scored 31 points, Amen Thompson added 22 and the Houston Rockets defeated the Los Angeles Clippers 117-106

DECEMBER 9, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Out with hamstring issue Jones won't return to Sunday's game against the Rockets due to right hamstring soreness, Joey Linn of SI.com reports. He totaled two points (1-1 FG) and one block over 12 minutes b...

Impact Jones didn't have much of an impact before his departure, and it'll be up to Nicolas Batum, Jordan Miller and Kai Jones to eat up minutes in the frontcourt with Amir Coffey (shoulder) also sidelined. Jones will be considered day-to-day until further notice.

DECEMBER 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores 14 points in loss Jones finished Wednesday's 108-80 loss to Minnesota with 14 points (5-12 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 1-1 FT), two rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal in 28 minutes.

Impact The Clippers struggled badly on offense and mustered only 80 total points, but Jones was one of the few players who managed to score in double digits. Jones has scored in double digits in five of his last eight appearances, averaging 11.4 points, 3.3 rebounds and 1.4 steals per game in that stretch. He's not going to stand out as a scorer most of the time, but he'll remain valuable in fantasy as long as he stays in a starting role due to his across-the-board contributions.

DECEMBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Julius Randle scores 20 points as Timberwolves cruise to 108-80 victory over Clippers

Julius Randle scored 16 of his 20 points in the first quarter, Anthony Edwards added 16 and the Minnesota Timberwolves rolled to a 108-80 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers on W...

DECEMBER 5, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Logs 15 points Jones produced 15 points (6-10 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds, one assist and two steals across 25 minutes during Tuesday's 127-105 win over the Trail Blazers.

Impact This was Jones' fifth game of the season with at least 15 points. He was ice cold before this performance, as he was held to six or fewer points in three previous outings. He's not the most consistent fantasy option, but he's currently sitting inside the top-150 for nine-category formats with averages of 10.2 points, 3.6 rebounds, 1.2 steals and 1.2 three-pointers.

DECEMBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Powell scores 30 and Harden has 23 as the Clippers beat the Trail Blazers 127-105

Norman Powell scored 30 points, James Harden had 23 and the Los Angeles Clippers beat the Portland Trail Blazers 127-105 on Tuesday night

DECEMBER 4, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Efficient in win over 76ers Jones provided 18 points (7-10 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 3-4 FT), three rebounds, two assists and three steals across 25 minutes during Sunday's 125-99 victory over the 76ers.

Impact Jones snapped his slump in the win over the Kings on Friday, but he continued to display a hot hand in this easy 26-point win over the 76ers. Jones is averaging a mere 10.3 points per game in November, but there's no question his last two outings suggest he's trending in the right direction.

NOVEMBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Snaps shooting slump Friday Jones supplied 17 points (6-13 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 5-5 FT), four rebounds, one assist and one steal in 30 minutes during Friday's 104-88 win over the Kings.

Impact The journeyman forward broke out for one of his best offensive performances so far in 2024-25, but it comes on the heels of a four-game stretch in which he shot 36.4 percent from the floor while failing to top eight points in any of the contests. Jones is still headed for the best season of his career as a strong three-and-D presence in the Clippers' starting five, averaging 10.3 points, 3.6 boards, 1.4 threes and 1.3 steals while shooting 42.1 percent from beyond the arc.

NOVEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Clippers extend home winning streak to seven, knock off Kings 104-88 in NBA Cup

James Harden had 22 points and nine assists to lead the Los Angeles Clippers to a 104-88 win over the Sacramento Kings in an NBA Cup game on Friday night

NOVEMBER 23, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Sets season high in loss Jones chipped in 20 points (8-13 FG, 4-5 3Pt, 0-1 FT), five rebounds, three assists and one steal over 33 minutes during Monday's 134-128 loss to Oklahoma City.

Impact Jones produced a bounce-back game after scoring only four points and shooting 1-for-5 from the field in Saturday's win over Toronto. The 27-year-old has reached the double-digit mark in scoring in seven of 11 regular-season outings, though his 20 points Monday mark a new season high. Jones has averaged 11.2 points, 3.5 rebounds, 1.2 assists and 1.1 steals while shooting 45.2 percent from beyond the arc across 27.1 minutes per game thus far.

NOVEMBER 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Drops double digits in win Jones added 10 points (4-10 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 0-1 FT), two rebounds, two assists and a block over 22 minutes in Monday's 113-104 win against San Antonio.

Impact Jones has been very involved in the Clippers offense, attempting at least six shots in every game so far. He is averaging 10.1 points and 27.4 minutes this season, both of which would be career highs, and while his efficiency has dipped following his first three games, his willingness to shoot allows for big scoring potential moving forward.

NOVEMBER 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Drops double digits in win Jones added 10 points (4-10 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 0-1 FT), two rebounds, two assists and a block over 22 minutes in Monday's 113-104 win against San Antonio.

Impact Jones has been very involved in the Clippers offense, attempting at least six shots in every game so far. He is averaging 10.1 points and 27.4 minutes this season, both of which would be career highs, and while his efficiency has dipped following his first three games, his willingness to shoot allows for big scoring potential moving forward.

NOVEMBER 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Derrick Jones Jr. discusses similarities between two maestros of the pass L.A.

NOVEMBER 2, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM