Kobe Sanders News, Rumors, Updates - LA Clippers

Starting nod Wednesday Sanders is in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Wizards, Tomer Azarly of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Impact With John Collins (groin) ruled out late, Sanders will step into the starting five for his fifth start of the season. In his previous four starts, the rookie has taken advantage of the opportunity, averaging 13.5 points, 2.8 rebounds and 1.5 assists in 30.5 minutes per game.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Back to bench Wednesday Sanders is not in the Clippers' starting lineup against the Knicks on Wednesday, NBA writer Justin Russo reports.

Impact Sanders was added to the Clippers' starting lineup against the Warriors on Monday after James Harden was ruled out due to a shoulder injury. The former stepped up in a big way, finishing with 20 points, seven rebounds and three assists across 36 minutes, but Sanders will revert to a bench role against New York after Harden was cleared to return.

JANUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

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Fills in with 20 points Sanders contributed 20 points (9-16 FG, 2-3 3Pt), seven rebounds and three assists across 36 minutes during Monday's 103-102 victory over Golden State.

Impact Sanders posted a career-high while filling in for James Harden (shoulder). The 2025 second-round pick has appeared in 27 games this season, and he's proven to be a steady backup on an aging roster that needs ample support. The Nevada product isn't a worthy fantasy prospect right now, but he's one long-term injury away from more time with the parent club.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

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JANUARY 6 • Associated Press

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JANUARY 6 • Associated Press

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JANUARY 6 • YOUTUBE

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JANUARY 6 • Associated Press

Running with starters Sanders is starting Monday's game against the Warriors, NBA writer Justin Russo reports.

Impact Sanders is in line for his first start since Nov. 22 as the Clippers will be without James Harden (shoulder) Monday. Sanders has had a tough go of late, averaging 4.4 points, 3.0 rebounds and 2.0 assists in his last five games.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Leads bench in win Sanders provided five points (2-2 FG, 1-1 3Pt), four rebounds and one assist over 16 minutes during Friday's 119-103 win over Portland.

Impact Sanders took only two shots but still led Los Angeles' bench in scoring. The rookie second-rounder is still seeing relatively solid playing time but has seen a decline in minutes compared to mid-to-late November. With Derrick Jones (knee) set to return to the lineup against the Pistons on Sunday, Sanders' minutes could take a hit.

DECEMBER 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

James Harden and Brook Lopez lead Clippers to third straight win

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DECEMBER 27, 2025 • Associated Press

Leonard's 41-point game powers Clippers to a 128-108 victory over the Rockets

Kawhi Leonard scored 41 points and James Harden added 29 as the Los Angeles Clippers beat the Houston Rockets 128-108 on Tuesday night

DECEMBER 24, 2025 • Associated Press

Kawhi Leonard has season-high 32 points as Clippers beat Lakers 103-88 to snap 5-game skid

Kawhi Leonard scored a season-high 32 points, leading the slumping Los Angeles Clippers to a 103-88 win over the Los Angeles Lakers

DECEMBER 21, 2025 • Associated Press

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DECEMBER 20, 2025 • CLIPPERHOLICS.COM

Struggles off bench Thursday Sanders racked up five points (2-5 FG, 1-3 3Pt), four rebounds, four assists, one block and two steals in 30 minutes during Thursday's 122-101 loss to the Thunder.

Impact Sanders was barely able to tie his season-high mark in assists despite playing more minutes than usual during a tough matchup. He's expected to remain a bench option in upcoming action as he looks to end a run of five games without double-digit point totals.

DECEMBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Provides spark off bench Sanders logged 17 points (5-6 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 5-5 FT), three rebounds, four assists and one steal across 27 minutes during Wednesday's 115-92 win over the Hawks.

Impact With Chris Paul off the roster and Bradley Beal (hip) done for the year, Sanders should remain on fantasy watchlists in deep leagues moving forward. The rookie second-rounder averaged 8.6 points, 2.1 rebounds and 1.6 assists in 23.0 minutes per tilt in his last 10 games.

DECEMBER 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Drops 10 off bench Sanders finished Monday's 140-123 loss to the Heat with 10 points (4-11 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds and two assists across 26 minutes.

Impact While Sanders is on a two-way contract with the Clippers, he has appeared in 11 straight games and has become a key player off the bench out of necessity, averaging 7.4 points, 1.8 rebounds, 1.5 assists, 0.5 steals and 0.2 blocks in that span. Sanders led the second unit in minutes Monday, and may elevate himself to be the first man off the bench if he continues his strong play.

DECEMBER 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Not starting Sunday Sanders won't start Sunday's game against the Cavaliers.

Impact With Kawhi Leonard returning from a 10-game absence due to a sprained right foot and ankle, Sanders will slide to the second unit. However, the rookie second-rounder is still likely to see meaningful minutes due to Bogdan Bogdanovic (hip), Derrick Jones (knee) and Bradley Beal (hip) being out. Over his last five games (three starts), Sanders has averaged 9.6 points and 2.2 rebounds in 24.8 minutes per contest.

NOVEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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NOVEMBER 21, 2025 • CLIPPERHOLICS.COM

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NOVEMBER 19, 2025 • CLIPPERHOLICS.COM

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NOVEMBER 19, 2025 • CLIPPERHOLICS.COM

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NOVEMBER 19, 2025 • Associated Press

Scores 17 points in start Sanders provided 17 points (5-11 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 4-4 FT), one rebound, one assist and one steal over 30 minutes during Monday's 110-108 loss to the 76ers.

Impact Sanders was promoted to the starting lineup, replacing Derrick Jones, who is set to miss multiple weeks due to a knee injury. Sanders responded by scoring a career-high 17 points, rewarding anyone who took a chance on him. The Clippers are treading water right now, meaning Sanders could very well stick in the starting lineup for the foreseeable future.

NOVEMBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Tyrese Maxey and 76ers rally for 110-108 win over James Harden and Clippers

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NOVEMBER 18, 2025 • Associated Press

To join starting lineup Monday Sanders will be in the starting lineup for Monday's game against the 76ers, Lauren Rosen of FanDuel Sports Network SoCal reports.

Impact Derrick Jones is set to be sidelined for about six weeks with an MCL sprain, clearing up a spot in the first unit for Sanders. It's unclear if this is a long-term move, but it's encouraging for Sanders' fantasy value. Ahead of what will be his first career start, the rookie second-rounder has averaged 5.0 points, 1.8 rebounds and 1.4 assists in 13.8 minutes per contest over five games this season.

NOVEMBER 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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From unknown to memorable: Kobe Sanders' breakout game against the Warriors

New York takes on Los Angeles, seeks to stop 4-game slide

Kawhi Leonard leads Clippers past Warriors 103-102 in wild game with Kerr ejected, Curry fouled out

James Harden and Brook Lopez lead Clippers to third straight win

Leonard's 41-point game powers Clippers to a 128-108 victory over the Rockets

Kawhi Leonard has season-high 32 points as Clippers beat Lakers 103-88 to snap 5-game skid

Orlando takes on Los Angeles, looks for 4th straight home win

Tyrese Maxey and 76ers rally for 110-108 win over James Harden and Clippers