Clippers host Grizzlies Friday for NBA Cup group stage matchup
The Los Angeles Clippers face the Memphis Grizzlies in an NBA Cup in-season tournament group play matchupNOVEMBER 27 • Associated Press
KAWHI LEONARD #2 - SMALL FORWARD - LA CLIPPERS
25.9 PPG •
5.5 RPG •
3.0Â APGÂ
25.9 PPG
5.5 RPG
3.0 APG
Kawhi Leonard Has Simple Solution for Clippers' Lackadaisical Defense After Luka Doncic's 43, Nikola Jokic's 55 Point Games Kawhi Leonard offered a simple solution to the LA Clippers' defensive struggles. The Clippers(5-13) have been on a rough ride this season.
NOVEMBER 26 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM
Kawhi Leonard Says the Clippers Need to 'Get Some More Talent' After Latest Loss Kawhi Leonard played his second straight game but the Clippers lost again.
NOVEMBER 26 • SI.COM
Hits for 19 in Tuesday's loss Leonard ended with 19 points (6-14 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 6-6 FT), five rebounds, three assists and one steal in 28 minutes during Tuesday's 135-118 loss to the Lakers.
Impact In his second game back from an ankle sprain that cost him most of November, Leonard again played fewer than 30 minutes but was able to produce solid numbers. The 34-year-old forward should have his minor minutes restriction lifted soon, and when he's been on the court this season he's been his usual productive self, averaging 23.1 points, 5.3 boards, 3.3 assists, 2.4 steals and 2.3 threes over eight contests.
NOVEMBER 26 • ROTOWIRE
Luka, LeBron lead Lakers past Clippers 135-118 for 5th straight win, clinching their NBA Cup group
The Los Angeles Lakers beat the Los Angeles Clippers 135-118 for their fifth consecutive victoryNOVEMBER 26 • Associated Press
Scores 20 points in return Leonard totaled 20 points (6-13 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 5-5 FT), three rebounds, two assists and three steals across 26 minutes during Sunday's 120-105 loss to the Cavaliers.
Impact Leonard made his first appearance since Nov. 3, and while he was a bit rusty at times, he delivered a solid outing with 20 points and at least two tallies in three of the four main categories outside of scoring. Leonard scored at least 20 points in four of his first six games this season, so it'd be reasonable to believe he can continue to score at this rate on a steady basis as long as he stays healthy. As he gets more into a groove, he should ultimately end up as the Clippers' main go-to option on offense alongside James Harden.
NOVEMBER 24 • ROTOWIRE
Officially cleared to play Leonard (ankle) isn't listed on the Clippers' injury report ahead of Sunday's game against the Cavaliers, Law Murray of The Athletic reports.
Impact As expected, Leonard will return to action Sunday for the first time since Nov. 3, when he suffered a sprained right foot and ankle. Given his injury history, Leonard will certainly face restrictions, but when he's been on the court this season, the veteran superstar has excelled, averaging 24.3 points, 5.7 rebounds, 3.5 assists and 2.5 steals in 33.5 minutes per contest.
NOVEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE
Kawhi Leonard set to return from ankle sprain after missing 10 games Kawhi Leonard is nearing a return to the court.
NOVEMBER 22 • NYPOST.COM
Kawhi Leonard injury update: Clippers get good news regarding star forward | Sporting News Finally some positive news for L.A.
NOVEMBER 22 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM
Expected to return Sunday Leonard (ankle) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Hornets, but he's expected to return Sunday against the Cavaliers, NBA reporter Chris Haynes reports.
Impact Leonard hasn't played since Nov. 3 due to a sprained right foot and ankle, but he returned to practice this week and appears to have responded well to the increased work. The veteran superstar will almost certainly be limited and have his minutes monitored closely, but this is huge news for a Clippers squad that has struggled mightily to start the campaign. In six games this season, Leonard has averaged 24.3 points, 5.7 rebounds, 3.5 assists and 2.5 steals in 33.5 minutes.
NOVEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE
Ruled out for Saturday Leonard (ankle) won't play in Saturday's game against the Hornets, independent NBA writer Justin Russo reports.
Impact Leonard was a partial practice participant Thursday, but it doesn't sound like the Clippers have cleared him for contact. The star forward remains out indefinitely with an ankle sprain. In the interim, Nicolas Batum and Kobe Sanders should have a boost in streaming appeal.
NOVEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE
Suggs scores season-high 23 points as Magic roll to 129-101 win over Clippers
Jalen Suggs scored a season-high 23 points and added seven assists, and the Orlando Magic rolled to a 129-101 win over the Los Angeles Clippers on Thursday nightNOVEMBER 21 • Associated Press
Clippers Continue to Ask Too Much of James Harden The Clippers are heavily relying on James Harden with Kawhi Leonard sidelined.
NOVEMBER 21 • SI.COM
Limited participant in practice Leonard (ankle) hasn't yet been cleared for contact in practice but has been a limited participant, Tomer Azarly of ClutchPoints.com reports.
Impact Leonard has missed his team's last nine matchups while dealing with a sprained right foot and ankle. This update offers a bit of insight into where he's at in his rehab, though the team is not yet ready to report on when he may be cleared for a game.
NOVEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE
Kawhi Leonard Is Once Again Source of All Frustrations for Clippers It is becoming harder and harder to justify the LA Clippers jumping through hoops to appease Kawhi Leonard.
NOVEMBER 20 • SI.COM
Still sidelined Leonard (foot/ankle) won't play in Thursday's game against Orlando, Law Murray of The Athletic reports.
Impact Leonard will miss a ninth consecutive game due to a sprained right foot and sprained right ankle. The star forward's next chance to play will come Saturday against Charlotte, though it's unclear if he's nearing a return. While he's been sidelined, Nicolas Batum and Kobe Sanders have stepped into larger roles.
NOVEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE
This hurts: How injuries to Wembanyama and others could impact shots at NBA awards
Victor Wembanyama's chances for this season's defensive player of the year award might have taken a hitNOVEMBER 18 • Associated Press
Tyrese Maxey and 76ers rally for 110-108 win over James Harden and Clippers
Tyrese Maxey scored 39 points, Paul George had nine points and seven rebounds in his season debut, and the Philadelphia 76ers rallied for a 110-108 victory over the short-handed Lo...NOVEMBER 18 • Associated Press
"He's a better defender" – Sam Mitchell believes Scottie Barnes could end up being better than Kawhi Leonard Sam Mitchell predicts great things for Scottie Barnes.
NOVEMBER 18 • BASKETBALLNETWORK.NET
Clippers fans have begged Kawhi Leonard to do what James Harden is doing LA Clippers fans have been begging Kawhi Leonard for years to do what James Harden is doing right now, and it's only becoming more obvious.
NOVEMBER 17 • CLIPPERHOLICS.COM
Another absence coming Leonard (ankle) is out for Monday's game against the 76ers, independent NBA writer Justin Russo reports.
Impact Leonard was not expected to play in this game, so this isn't a big surprise. Leonard last played on Nov. 3, but he remains without a timetable to return as he nurses injuries to his right foot and ankle. For now, he can be considered highly questionable for Thursday's game against the Magic.
NOVEMBER 17 • ROTOWIRE
Clippers frenan racha de 9 victorias de Jazz Kawhi Leonard anota 29 puntos, el suplente Lou Williams suma 19 y Clippers vencen 116-112 al Jazz y frenan su seguidilla de nueve triunfos
NOVEMBER 17 • LATIMES.COM
Maxey and the 76ers take on Harden and the Clippers
Philadelphia and Los Angeles square off in non-conference actionNOVEMBER 17 • Associated Press
Clippers F Derrick Jones Jr. helped to locker room with apparent knee injury following a collision
Clippers forward Derrick Jones Jr. was helped to the locker room after falling to the court and grabbing his right knee following a collision in the second quarter of Los Angeles’...NOVEMBER 16 • Associated Press
Boston hosts Los Angeles following Harden's 41-point game
Los Angeles takes on the Boston Celtics after James Harden scored 41 points in the Clippers' 133-127 overtime victory over the Dallas MavericksNOVEMBER 15 • Associated Press
