Kobe Sanders News, Rumors, Updates - LA Clippers

Exits rotation Thursday Sanders (coach's decision) went unused off the bench in Thursday's 115-114 win over the Nuggets.

Impact Though the Clippers upgraded him from a two-way contract to a standard deal over the All-Star break, Sanders ended up dropping out of the rotation for the first time since Nov. 10, ending a streak of 44 consecutive appearances. With Derrick Jones recently returning from an extended injury-related absence and with the Clippers bringing aboard Bennedict Mathurin at the trade deadline to bolster their depth on the wing, Sanders looks like he could be the odd man out of head coach Tyronn Lue's nine-man rotation. Sanders may at least temporarily reclaim a role on the second unit for Friday's game against the Lakers, as veteran Nicolas Batum (18 minutes Thursday) could be a candidate to rest for the second leg of a back-to-back set.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Signs standard deal with Clippers The Clippers and Sanders agreed to a standard contract Saturday, Chris Haynes of NBA TV reports.

Impact Sanders was approaching the 50-game cap for a two-way player, having appeared in 43 NBA games with the Clippers this season. Now on a standard contract, Sanders is officially part of the Clippers' 15-man roster and will have no limitations moving forward. Per Law Murray of The Athletic, the deal includes a team option for the 2026-27 season. Sanders is averaging 7.0 points, 2.5 rebounds and 1.7 assists across 21.5 minutes per game this season.

FEBRUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't start Friday Sanders is not in the Clippers' starting lineup against the Kings on Friday, Law Murray of The Athletic reports.

Impact Although Sanders was listed in the starting lineup, it was Derrick Jones who was on the floor at the opening tip. It's unclear what prompted the late change, but it appears as though Sanders will operate in a reserve role Friday.

FEBRUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Hits for 17 points in spot start Sanders notched 17 points (7-10 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT), three rebounds and three assists in 34 minutes during Monday's 128-113 loss to the 76ers.

Impact Sanders figures to be a risk-reward option off the waiver wire in the coming days, as the rumor mill regarding a James Harden (personal) trade continues to churn. Sanders and Jordan Miller are top beneficiaries if the trade comes to pass, but the 2025 second-round pick seems to have a slight edge over Miller for the gig at present.

FEBRUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Starting sans Harden Sanders is in the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Suns, Tomer Azarly of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Impact Sanders will move into the starting lineup Sunday with James Harden (personal) ruled out, joining Kris Dunn, Kawhi Leonard, John Collins and Ivica Zubac. Across eight starts this season, Sanders is averaging 11.8 points, 2.5 rebounds and 1.3 assists in 29.0 minutes per contest.

FEBRUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Kobe Sanders' welcome to NBA moment is one Clippers fans won't be surprised by As rookies have their memorable moments where they realize they are in the NBA, Kobe Sanders recently revealed his, and it is not something...

JANUARY 24 • CLIPPERHOLICS.COM

Coming off bench Thursday Sanders is not in the Clippers' starting lineup against the Lakers on Thursday, NBA writer Justin Russo reports.

Impact Sanders has started in each of the Clippers' last four games and averaged 10.0 points, 2.3 rebounds, 1.0 assists, 1.5 threes and 1.0 steals over 27.5 minutes per game over that span. He'll revert to a bench role Thursday due to the return of Kawhi Leonard (knee).

JANUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Kobe Sanders quietly fumbles prestigious role to unexpected bench wing While a bench wing surprised, Kobe Sanders disappointed, ultimately suggesting that Tyronn Lue has a simple minutes swap to make within the...

JANUARY 20 • CLIPPERHOLICS.COM

Adds eight points in victory Sanders logged eight points (3-11 FG, 2-5 3Pt), three rebounds and one assist over 22 minutes during Monday's 110-106 victory over the Wizards.

Impact Sanders got the starting nod for a third consecutive contest, though he struggled with efficiency after shooting 53.3 percent from the field across his previous two games. The rookie second-rounder has logged 22 or more minutes in four straight games and could remain in the starting five for as long as Kawhi Leonard (knee) is sidelined.

JANUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

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.

JANUARY 15 • 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

Clippers' Kobe Sanders delivers a career-high in the win against the Warriors | Sporting News The Clippers' rookie had a career night against the Warriors in a hard-fought win

JANUARY 7 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

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

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

Rookie Kobe Sanders stepped up for the Los Angeles Clippers against the Golden State Warriors

JANUARY 6 • Associated Press

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

New York aims to break its four-game slide when the New York Knicks play Los Angeles

JANUARY 6 • Associated Press

WARRIORS at CLIPPERS | FULL GAME HIGHLIGHTS | January 5, 2026

JANUARY 6 • YOUTUBE

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

The Los Angeles Clippers edged the Golden State Warriors 103-102 in a thrilling game

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

James Harden had 34 points, Brook Lopez scored 31 points, including a career-high nine 3-pointers, and the Los Angeles Clippers beat the Portland Trail Blazers 119-103 for their th...

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

Clippers future with Kobe Sanders is all but confirmed following brutal fluke LA Clippers’ second-round pick, Kobe Sanders, had a solid run, but all in all, the front office must know how to address the rest of his roo...

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

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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