John Collins News, Rumors, Updates - LA Clippers

Chips in 11 points in win Collins recorded 11 points (5-7 FG, 1-3 3Pt), four rebounds, one steal and one block in 26 minutes during Monday's 110-106 victory over the Wizards.

Impact Collins was available off the bench for Friday's win in Toronto after a one-game absence with a groin injury, but the veteran big man didn't see the floor at any point during that contest. He returned to his usual starting role Monday, signaling that Collins is fully healthy. Over his last 10 outings, Collins has averaged 14.5 points, 5.5 rebounds, 1.6 blocks and 2.2 three-pointers in 28.2 minutes per game while shooting a scorching 61.1 percent from downtown.

13 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Not starting Friday Collins is not in the starting lineup for Friday's game in Toronto, NBA writer Justin Russo reports.

Impact Collins is available to play, but he'll be operating in a reserve role Friday night. In nine games off the bench this season, Collins has posted averages of 13.3 points, 4.9 rebounds and 1.1 three-pointers per contest.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Available to play Collins (groin) is available for Friday's game in Toronto.

Impact Collins is back after a one-game absence, which will likely shift Kobe Sanders back to the second unit and Nicolas Batum's minutes might dip a bit. Collins has been hot over the past month, posting top-15 numbers behind 15.3 points, 6.0 rebounds, 1.1 assists, 2.3 triples, 1.1 steals and 1.6 blocks per game.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Friday Collins (groin) is questionable for Friday's game against Toronto, Law Murray of The Athletic reports.

Impact Right groin soreness could stop Collins from playing a second straight contest. Kobe Sanders and Nicolas Batum would likely see more playing time at power forward if Collins is downgraded to out Friday.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Clippers take on the Raptors, aim for 4th straight victory

Los Angeles will look to keep its three-game win streak alive when the Clippers take on Toronto

5 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Leonard scores 33 as Clippers top Wizards to win fourth straight

Kawhi Leonard scored 33 points and James Harden added 22 points as the Los Angeles Clippers extended their winning streak to four games with a 119-105 victory over the Washington W...

5 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Ruled out for Wednesday Collins (groin) won't suit up for Wednesday's game versus the Wizards, Law Murray of The Athletic reports.

Impact Collins experienced some soreness in his right groin while going through his pregame routine, so the Clippers decided to hold him out. For now, Collins should be considered questionable for Friday's game in Toronto. Kobe Sanders will draw the start in Collins' place Wednesday, and there should be more minutes available for Nicolas Batum.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Late addition to injury report Collins (groin) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Wizards.

Impact Collins was added to the injury report shortly before Wednesday's tip-off with right groin soreness, an issue that appears to be new rather than lingering. If he's unable to suit up, Nicolas Batum is a candidate to step into the starting lineup.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Stuffs stat sheet in win Collins recorded 25 points (9-14 FG, 5-8 3Pt, 2-4 FT), seven rebounds, four steals, four blocks and one assist across 37 minutes in Saturday's 98-92 win over Detroit.

Impact Collins made history Saturday, becoming the ninth player in NBA history to tally at least four three-pointers, four steals and four blocks in a single game, according to Law Murray of The Athletic. He logged season highs in points and steals, matching his season-best marks in blocks and triples as well. The 28-year-old forward has scored in double figures in five straight games, averaging 19.8 points, 5.4 rebounds, 2.2 blocks and 1.0 steals while shooting 69.6 percent from three-point range in 32.8 minutes per contest during that span.

JANUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Leonard, Collins and Harden power Clippers to comeback win over Pistons, 98-92

Kawhi Leonard scored 26 points and John Collins added 25 as the Los Angeles Clippers rallied to beat the short-handed Detroit Pistons 98-92

JANUARY 11 • Associated Press

John Collins' abrupt outburst forces Clippers to shift trade deadline gears As of late, John Collins has been exceptional, forcing the Clippers to switch their trade deadline plan to one that could yield additional b...

JANUARY 10 • CLIPPERHOLICS.COM

Harden scores 31, Leonard has 26 and the Clippers beat the Nets 121-105

James Harden scored 31 points, Kawhi Leonard had 26 and the Los Angeles Clippers beat the Brooklyn Nets 121-105

JANUARY 10 • Associated Press

Double-doubles in loss Collins provided 18 points (7-9 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 1-1 FT), 10 rebounds and one steal in 33 minutes during Wednesday's 123-111 loss to the Knicks.

Impact Collins has been scorching from the field in his last five games, as he is averaging 16.4 points on 72.1 percent from the field and 2.2 threes on a 61.1 percent clip in that span. After losing Derrick Jones (knee) again for the next six weeks, the team will likely rely on Collins and Nicolas Batum to round out the power forward position.

JANUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Towns bounces back with strong game as the Knicks beat the Clippers 123-111 to snap a 4-game skid

Karl-Anthony Towns had 20 points, 11 rebounds and a season-high seven assists, Jalen Brunson scored 26 points and the New York Knicks snapped their four-game losing streak with a 1...

JANUARY 8 • Associated Press

Drop It Like It's Hot: Steve Kerr Loses His Cool, Gets The Boot While Snoop Dogg Narrates The Madness The Golden State Warriors coach was ready to throw down with officials Monday night, visiting the Intuit Dome to face off against the Clippe...

JANUARY 6 • OUTKICK.COM

Pops for team-high 22 in loss Collins finished with 22 points (9-10 FG, 3-3 3Pt, 1-1 FT) and two rebounds over 29 minutes during Saturday's 146-115 loss to the Celtics.

Impact The 28-year-old big tied Kawhi Leonard for the team lead in scoring on the night. Collins has scored 20-plus points only twice in 13 games since the beginning of December, averaging 13.5 points, 4.8 boards, 1.4 assists, 1.3 threes, 1.2 steals and 0.8 blocks over that stretch while shooting 56.3 percent from the floor.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Jaylen Brown ties career high with 50 points in Celtics' 146-115 romp over Clippers

Jaylen Brown matched his career high with 50 points and the Boston Celtics completed a successful West Coast swing with a 146-115 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers on Saturday...

JANUARY 4 • Associated Press

Utah visits Los Angeles after Leonard's 55-point game

Los Angeles plays the Utah Jazz after Kawhi Leonard scored 55 points in the Los Angeles Clippers' 112-99 victory against the Detroit Pistons

DECEMBER 31, 2025 • Associated Press

Leonard scores 33 as Clippers extend win streak to 5 with 131-90 rout of Kings

Kawhi Leonard scored 33 points and the Los Angeles Clippers extended their winning streak to a season-best five games with a 131-90 victory over the Sacramento Kings

DECEMBER 31, 2025 • Associated Press

Good to go Tuesday Collins (illness) is available for Tuesday's game against the Kings, Joey Linn of SI.com reports.

Impact Collins will shed his questionable tag and return to action after missing Sunday's win over Detroit due to an illness. The 28-year-old forward has been a mainstay in the starting lineup since Nov. 10, and he has averaged 13.0 points, 4.5 rebounds, 1.7 assists and 1.2 steals in 27.0 minutes per game across 10 outings during December. Nicolas Batum will likely see his minutes dip with Collins available.

DECEMBER 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Tuesday Collins (illness) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against the Kings.

Impact Collins is still under the weather and is in jeopardy of missing his second consecutive contest. If the 28-year-old forward is unable to give it a go Tuesday, Nicolas Batum will likely take on an increased role. Over his last five games, Collins has averaged 13.6 points, 5.2 rebounds, 2.0 assists and 2.0 combined steals-plus-blocks in 26.8 minutes per tilt.

DECEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Los Angeles hosts Sacramento after Leonard's 55-point game

Los Angeles hosts the Sacramento Kings after Kawhi Leonard scored 55 points in the Los Angeles Clippers' 112-99 win against the Detroit Pistons

DECEMBER 29, 2025 • Associated Press

Won't play Sunday Collins (illness) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Pistons, Law Murray of The Athletic reports.

Impact Collins will miss his first game of the season Sunday as he battles an illness. Ivica Zubac (ankle) is also out, meaning Nicolas Batum, Brook Lopez, Yanic Konan Niederhauser and Kobe Brown will hold down frontcourt duties. Derrick Jones' return should help as well, though he'll likely be under a significant minutes restriction. Collins' next chance to play will come Tuesday against Sacramento.

DECEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Downgraded to questionable Collins (illness) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Pistons.

Impact Collins was a late addition to the injury report, which isn't an encouraging sign for his availability ahead of tipoff at 9:00 p.m. ET. If the 28-year-old forward is ultimately ruled out, Nicolas Batum could see increased playing time, while Kobe Brown might enter the Clippers rotation.

DECEMBER 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Los Angeles visits Portland following Leonard's 41-point game

Los Angeles visits the Portland Trail Blazers after Kawhi Leonard scored 41 points in the Clippers' 128-108 victory against the Houston Rockets

DECEMBER 25, 2025 • Associated Press

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