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Los Angeles starts season at home against Sacramento

The Los Angeles Clippers begin the season at home against the Sacramento Kings

1 DAY AGO • Associated Press

Isaiah Jackson - Will begin season in starting role Head coach Ty Lue said Saturday that Jackson will open the 2026-27 regular season as the Clippers' starting center, Joey Linn of SI.com reports.

Impact The big man will get the starting nod in Wednesday's regular-season opener against the Kings, with Brook Lopez operating as Jackson's primary backup. The 24-year-old averaged 7.5 points, 4.6 rebounds, 1.2 assists and 1.2 blocks across 15.8 minutes per game in 17 regular-season appearances off the bench with the Clippers in 2025-26.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Kobe Sanders - Expected to play Wednesday Sanders (hip) was a full participant in Saturday's practice and is expected to play in Wednesday's regular-season opener against the Kings, Joey Linn of SI.com reports.

Impact Sanders didn't suit up during the preseason due to a hip injury, though he's expected to play when the Clippers host the Kings on Wednesday. The 24-year-old swingman could see increased playing time to begin the regular season, as Brandon Ingram (Achilles), Bradley Beal (knee) and Max Strus (foot) are all expected to miss an extended period.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Kris Dunn - In line to play Wednesday Dunn (rest) is expected to play in Wednesday's regular-season opener against the Kings.

Impact Dunn sat out Los Angeles' preseason finale but should be back in action Wednesday. The veteran guard started 68 of his 82 regular-season appearances in 2025-26, though he isn't guaranteed a starting role to begin the 2026-27 season.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Nuggets guard/forward Julian Strawther to be re-evaluated in 6 weeks after spraining left knee

Denver Nuggets guard/forward Julian Strawther will be out indefinitely after spraining his left knee while playing a preseason game at the Los Angeles Clippers

4 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Cam Christie - Inks two-way pact Christie agreed to a two-way contract with the Clippers on Friday, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.

Impact Christie will rejoin the Clippers after being waived by the club Wednesday. The 21-year-old swingman appeared in 55 regular-season games last season, averaging 2.8 points across 8.7 minutes per contest.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Clippers announce jersey swap for fans in Opening Night twist The Clippers are trying to rebuild its relationship with the fanbase.

5 DAYS AGO • NYPOST.COM

NBA GM survey: Wembanyama will win MVP and defensive player of year, Spurs will win title

NBA general managers are expecting big things from Victor Wembanyama this season

5 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Nathan Mensah - Signs with LAC Mensah signed an Exhibit 10 contract with the Clippers on Thursday, Law Murray of The Athletic reports.

Impact This is likely a move to acquire Mensah's G League rights. He appeared in one game with the San Diego Clippers in 2025-26 and figures to begin the season with the team.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Fletcher Loyer - Waived by LAC The Clippers waived Loyer on Thursday, per Law Murray of The Athletic.

Impact Miye Oni replaced Loyer on the camp roster. Loyer should still receive an invitation to join the G League's San Diego Clippers.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Jalen Pickett - Hands out five assists Pickett amassed 10 points (4-6 FG, 2-3 3Pt), one rebound and five assists over 20 minutes in Wednesday's 122-110 preseason win over the Nuggets.

Impact Pickett led the second unit in assists Wednesday. A two-way player, he's likely to open the year with the G League's San Diego Clippers.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Gradey Dick - Fighting for reserve role Dick amassed eight points (4-6 FG, 0-1 3Pt), three rebounds, two steals and four assists over 19 minutes in Wednesday's 122-110 preseason win over the Nuggets.

Impact Dick could see extra opportunities to start the season while Brandon Ingram recovers from a partially torn Achilles. His chances of claiming an Opening Night role increased when the Clippers announced Wednesday that Bradley Beal (knee) won't be ready to begin the year.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Brook Lopez - Makes most of playing time Lopez amassed nine points (4-6 FG, 1-3 3Pt), two rebounds and one assist over eight minutes in Wednesday's 122-110 preseason win over the Nuggets.

Impact It appears initially this preseason that Isaiah Jackson, who started Wednesday, has overtaken Lopez for the Clippers' starting center job. Lopez looks to be positioned for a bench role to open 2026-27.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Baba Miller - Impressive off bench Miller amassed 15 points (5-6 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 3-4 FT), five rebounds and one assist over 21 minutes in Wednesday's 122-110 preseason win over the Nuggets.

Impact Miller shined off the bench Wednesday to pace the second unit in scoring. The rookie second-rounder is expected to start the season as frontcourt depth for the Clippers.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

3 Winners, 1 Loser From Nuggets' Preseason Loss vs. Clippers The Denver Nuggets had a few standouts from their preseason loss to the L.A. Clippers.

5 DAYS AGO • SI.COM

Keaton Wagler - Firms hold on starting role Wagler amassed 12 points (4-9 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 1-2 FT), five rebounds and four assists over 28 minutes in Wednesday's 122-110 preseason win over the Nuggets.

Impact Wagler led the Clippers in minutes and had his most efficient shooting night of the preseason. Los Angeles drafted the rookie with the fifth overall pick in June, and he's expected to start alongside Garland in the backcourt after showing poise and confidence during the Summer League in Las Vegas. His highlight was a superb 26/4/2 line in the Summer League finale against the Timberwolves. His chance to start with the Clippers makes him one of the more intriguing first-year guards to watch.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Derrick Jones Jr. - Solid in preseason win Jones generated 14 points (4-6 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 5-6 FT), five rebounds, an assist and a steal in 24 minutes during Wednesday's 122-110 preseason win over the Nuggets.

Impact Jones had his best preseason showing, scoring just 11 points across his first two appearances. Jones is valued more for his perimeter defense than his scoring, but efficient nights like this one help his case for a regular role at the wing, as well as a supporting role at the four spot.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Darius Garland - Runs the floor in win Garland supplied 14 points (5-12 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 3-3 FT), two rebounds, seven assists and a steal over 23 minutes in Wednesday's 122-110 preseason win over the Nuggets.

Impact Garland tied for the game lead in assists, though he committed four turnovers during the victory. Los Angeles acquired Garland from Cleveland in February in a deal for James Harden while he was dealing with a toe injury. His healthy start this fall is an encouraging sign for a Clippers squad that will be scrambling to fill the production void left by Kawhi Leonard.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Denver Nuggets vs. Los Angeles Clippers Full Game Highlights 📺

6 DAYS AGO • YOUTUBE

NUGGETS at CLIPPERS | NBA PRESEASON FULL GAME HIGHLIGHTS | October 14, 2026

6 DAYS AGO • YOUTUBE

Rui Hachimura - Paces LAC in preseason win Hachimura tallied 16 points (5-12 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 3-3 FT), five rebounds, two steals and one assist across 24 minutes in Wednesday's 122-110 preseason win over Denver.

Impact Hachimura put together a solid effort in the victory, leading Los Angeles in scoring while tying four teammates for the team lead in rebounds. After spending the past three and a half seasons with the Lakers, Hachimura inked a two-year, $28 million contract with their crosstown rival and is in line to start at power forward for the Clippers during the regular season.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Brook Lopez - Not starting against Denver Lopez is not listed in the starting lineup for Wednesday's preseason game against Denver, Joey Linn of SI.com reports.

Impact Lopez will come off the bench Wednesday after starting in Saturday's loss to the Raptors. The veteran has had a quiet preseason, averaging 3.5 points and 5.0 rebounds over 11.2 minutes per contest (two games).

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Kris Dunn - Resting Wednesday Dunn (rest) has been ruled out for Wednesday's preseason game against the Nuggets, independent Clippers reporter Joey Linn reports.

Impact After appearing in each of the Clippers' first two preseason games, Dunn will be sidelined Wednesday for rest purposes. The veteran guard's next chance to suit up will come in the club's regular-season opener Oct. 21 against the Kings, when he could see an elevated role with Bradley Beal (knee) ruled out for Opening Night.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Isaiah Jackson - Starting against Denver Jackson will start in Wednesday's preseason game against the Nuggets, Joey Linn of SI.com reports.

Impact Jackson will make his second start of the preseason. The 24-year-old started in 14 regular-season games in 2025-26, averaging 8.1 points, 5.6 rebounds and 1.1 assists over 19.7 minutes per contest.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

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2026 NBA Finals Odds: Spurs, Thunder Favored; Knicks, 76ers Giving Chase

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Nuggets guard/forward Julian Strawther to be re-evaluated in 6 weeks after spraining left knee

NBA GM survey: Wembanyama will win MVP and defensive player of year, Spurs will win title