Kobe Brown News, Rumors, Updates - LA Clippers

Appears past back injury Brown (back) is not listed on the Clippers' injury report ahead of Monday's game against the Pelicans, independent NBA writer Justin Russo reports.

Impact Brown hasn't appeared in an NBA game since Nov. 25 due to a back injury, but it appears he could be available for Monday's game. He's currently in the G League with the San Diego Clippers for Sunday's game against the Memphis Hustle.

DECEMBER 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Friday Brown (back) won't play Friday against Golden State, independent NBA writer Justin Russo reports.

Impact Brown hasn't seen the court since Nov. 25 due to a back injury. His next opportunity to suit up will arrive Monday in New Orleans.

DECEMBER 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Monday Brown (back) is out for Monday's game against the Grizzlies.

Impact Brown will miss an 11th consecutive game due to a back injury. His next opportunity to suit up comes Friday against the Warriors.

DECEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Saturday Brown (back) is out for Saturday's game versus the Mavericks, Janis Carr of The Orange County Register reports.

Impact Brown hasn't played since Nov. 25 and will remain sidelined Saturday due to a back injury. The 24-year-old forward's next chance to suit up is Monday's matchup with Memphis.

DECEMBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out vs. Dallas Brown (back) is out for Thursday's game against the Mavericks, Tomer Azarly of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Impact Brown continues to work his way back from a back injury, and while he's been taking part in shooting drills in recent days, he's not ready to return yet. He's not expected to make much of an impact once he's deemed available, though. Brown is averaging just 6.7 minutes per game across seven bench outings in 2024-25.

DECEMBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Shooting at practice Brown (back) was on-court for shooting drills during Wednesday's practice, although no other activity was mentioned, independent NBA writer Justin Russo reports.

Impact Brown remains one week away from his estimated re-evaluation while dealing with a herniated disc in his back. Given the complexity of back injuries, his activity is a good sign, but it adds little detail to his recovery timeline.

DECEMBER 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with herniated disc Brown (back) has a herniated disc and will be re-evaluated in two weeks, independent NBA writer Justin Russo reports.

Impact Brown has been sidelined since Nov. 25 due to back soreness, and a formal diagnosis of a herniated disc complicates his timeline. Brown's return could be dictated by how his body responds to rest and rehabilitation. The second-year forward has logged just 47 minutes across seven appearances thus far, so the Clippers' current rotation will carry on.

DECEMBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable Wednesday Brown (back) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against Minnesota.

Impact Brown will miss his fifth consecutive game due to back soreness. His next opportunity to take the court come Sunday against Houston, marking an opportunity for additional recovery time.

DECEMBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Tuesday vs. Portland Brown (back) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Trail Blazers, Tomer Azarly of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Impact Brown will be sidelined for a fourth straight game due to back soreness, and his next chance to play will be Wednesday against the Timberwolves. Mo Bamba will continue to serve as the Clippers' backup center to Ivica Zubac due to Brown's injury.

DECEMBER 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Could return Sunday vs. Nuggets Brown (back) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against Denver, Justin Russo of the 'Clip & Roll' podcast reports.

Impact Brown has been sidelined for the last two games due to back soreness, but he could be available for Sunday's game. The second-year center has appeared in just seven regular-season games and is averaging 2.9 points and 2.3 rebounds over 6.7 minutes per game.

DECEMBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Friday Brown (back) is out for Friday's game against the Timberwolves.

Impact Brown will miss a second straight game with back soreness. His next chance to play will come against the Nuggets on Sunday.

NOVEMBER 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Wednesday Brown (back) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Wizards, Law Murray of The Athletic reports.

Impact Brown will miss at least one game due to back soreness, which knocked him out of Monday's loss to the Celtics. He's played double-digit minutes only twice this season, so his absence shouldn't impact the Clippers' rotation.

NOVEMBER 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable to play Wednesday Brown (back) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Wizards, Tomer Azarly of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Impact Brown departed Monday's game against the Celtics due to back soreness, and the same injury has him questionable to face the Wizards. Even if he's listed available, Brown doesn't see enough minutes to be relevant in fantasy across all formats.

NOVEMBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out for rest of game Monday Brown has been ruled out for the remainder of Monday's game against the Celtics due to back soreness, Law Murray of The Athletic reports.

Impact Brown amassed three points (1-2 FG, 1-1 3Pt) across only five minutes in the first half. The 24-year-old's absence shouldn't cause too many waves the rest of the way as he has averaged 2.8 points and 2.7 rebounds across only 7.0 minutes per game in six regular-season appearances.

NOVEMBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Recalled from G League Los Angeles recalled Brown from the San Diego Clippers on Monday, Law Murray of The Athletic reports.

Impact Brown is expected to join the Clippers in time for their game against the Thunder on Monday. He's not a lock to see any rotation minutes, however.

NOVEMBER 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Third-year option exercised The Clippers exercised the third-year option on Brown's rookie contract Monday, Law Murray of The Athletic reports.

Impact By exercising Brown's team option, the Clippers will keep the 2023 first-round pick under team control through the 2025-26 season. Brown appeared in 44 regular-season games during his rookie year, but he mostly played during garbage time and averaged 2.0 points and 1.4 rebounds over nine minutes per contest. Brown has not appeared in any of the Clippers' first three games of the 2024-25 campaign, so he'll likely spend some time in the G League.

OCTOBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Near double-double in preseason Brown finished Saturday's 91-90 preseason loss to the Warriors with 11 points (5-10 FG, 1-4 3Pt), nine rebounds, one assist and two steals across 27 minutes.

Impact Brown played a game-high 27 minutes off the bench Saturday, and he was one of four Clippers players to score in double digits. The 2023 first-round pick bounced back and forth between Los Angeles and the G League's Ontario Clippers during his rookie year, but Brown should see more playing time at the NBA level following Paul George's departure to Philadelphia during the offseason. Brown appeared in 44 regular-season games for the Clippers in his rookie season and averaged 2.0 points, 1.4 rebounds and 0.6 assists across 9.0 minutes per game. In 18 outings in the G League, he averaged 19.2 points on 50.0 percent shooting, 6.7 rebounds, 5.6 assists and 1.1 steals over 32.1 minutes per game.

OCTOBER 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

NBA 2K25 Summer League: Kobe Brown's big 2nd half propels Clippers | NBA.com Kobe Brown scores 19 of his 22 points in the 2nd half to guide Los Angeles past Utah at NBA 2K25 Summer League.

JULY 19, 2024 • NBA.COM

Rare appearance Wednesday Brown contributed no counting stats over six minutes during Wednesday's 123-93 loss to Dallas in Game 5 of the first round of the Western Conference playoffs.

Impact Brown logged six minutes in the loss, a rare appearance and one that should not be happening at this time of the year. The Clippers were blown out by the Mavericks in front of their home fans, now on the brink of elimination.

MAY 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Posts solid line in loss Brown totaled nine points (4-10 FG, 1-3 3Pt), six rebounds, four assists, two blocks and two steals over 38 minutes during Sunday's 116-105 loss to Houston.

Impact Brown has had a sporadic role for the Clippers all season but saw extended run Sunday with most of the key players getting the day off for rest. Brown will finish the regular season with averages of 2.0 points and 1.4 rebounds in 9.0 minutes across 44 appearances.

APRIL 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to NBA The Clippers recalled Brown from the G League's Ontario Clippers on Friday.

Impact Brown was active for the Clippers in Friday's 100-97 win over the Magic but wasn't part of head coach Tyronn Lue's rotation.

MARCH 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back to NBA The Clippers recalled Brown from the G League's Ontario Clippers on Sunday.

Impact Brown saw five minutes during Sunday's loss to the 76ers and totaled four points and a rebound in five minutes. The rookie has starred in the G League but struggled to find consistent playing time at the NBA level.

MARCH 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nears 30 points as top scorer Brown ended with 29 points (14-24 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 1-2 FT), six assists, four rebounds, two steals and two blocks over 33 minutes in Saturday's 99-90 loss to the Texas Legends.

Impact Brown led all players in Saturday's contest in scoring while handing out a team-high assist total and tying team-best marks of steals and blocks in a well-rounded showcase. Brown has averaged 18.5 points, 6.8 rebounds, 5.2 assists, 1.2 steals and 0.7 blocks over 32.1 minutes in 17 G League contests this year.

MARCH 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Recalled Sunday Los Angeles recalled Brown from the G League's Ontario Clippers on Sunday.

Impact Brown will be available for Sunday's matchup against the Hawks. He's made just two appearances for the NBA club in March, totaling nine minutes.

MARCH 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Rejoins parent club The Clippers recalled Brown from the G League's Ontario Clippers on Tuesday.

Impact Brown is a fringe rotation player for the Clippers, as he has 35 appearances under his belt this season with averages of 1.7 points and 1.3 rebounds in 8.3 minutes.

MARCH 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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