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Remains out Sunday Bamba (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Warriors, Law Murray of The Athletic reports.

Impact Bamba has yet to suit up this season due to left knee soreness and remains without a return timetable. His next chance to suit up will come Wednesday versus Portland.

OCTOBER 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Another absence coming Bamba (knee) won't play in Saturday's game versus the Nuggets, Joey Linn of SI.com reports.

Impact Bamba will miss his second straight contest to begin the regular season Saturday due to left knee soreness. His next chance to suit up is Sunday's matchup with Golden State.

OCTOBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out for Wednesday Bamba (knee) has been ruled out of Wednesday's regular-season opener against the Suns, Joey Linn of SI.com reports.

Impact The 26-year-old is dealing with knee soreness and his timetable for a return is unknown. The 26-year-old is expected to back up Ivica Zubac, and if Bamba misses additional time Kai Jones could see extra playing time. Bamba's next chance to suit up will come Saturday against the Nuggets.

OCTOBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with wear and tear Bamba (knee) continues dealing with knee soreness but the Clippers are optimistic he can be available for "week one" of the season, Law Murray of The Athletic reports.

Impact Optimism for Bamba's Opening Night status could be dwindling slightly, as the terminology of "week one" pales in comparison to coach Tyroon Lue's Thursday statements expressing hope that Bamba will be available Opening Night, per Murray. Bamba dealt with a fat pad impingement in his right knee last season, where a section of fatty tissue located behind his kneecap tendon gets pinched and inflamed, but it's unclear if his current soreness is related to last year's issues.

OCTOBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Optimistic for opening night Coach Tyronn Lue said Thursday that Bamba (knee) is hopeful to be ready for the Clippers' regular-season opener against Phoenix on Oct. 23, Law Murray of The Athletic reports.

Impact Bamba appears unlikely to suit up this preseason while dealing with a knee injury. While Bamba is hoping to be available once the regular season rolls around, Kai Jones will serve as the team's backup center in his absence.

OCTOBER 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Tuesday Bamba (knee) will not play in Tuesday's preseason game against the Nets, Law Murray of The Athletic reports.

Impact Bamba will miss his second straight exhibition. He's been limited at training camp, and there hasn't been much clarity on the severity of his knee issue.

OCTOBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play vs. Golden State Bamba (knee) has been ruled out of Saturday's preseason game against the Warriors, Tomer Azarly of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Impact Bamba had been limited in training camp earlier this week, so his absence shouldn't be surprising, especially since the Clippers are being extremely cautious with the recovery process of their players in the early stages of the preseason. Bamba's next chance to feature will come against the Nets on Tuesday in another preseason contest.

OCTOBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Remains limited Wednesday Bamba (knee) did not partake in 5v5 scrimmages Wednesday, Law Murray of The Athletic reports.

Impact Bamba was joined by Kawhi Leonard (knee) and rookie Trentyn Flowers (wrist) as those being held out of team scrimmages Wednesday. Bamba dealt with knee injuries last season en route to appearing in just 57 regular-season games, so it's worth noting the preseason recurrence ahead of the 2024-25 campaign.

OCTOBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Limited in practice Coach Tyronn Lue said Tuesday that Bamba will be out of 5-on-5 practice due to a knee injury, Law Murray of The Athletic reports.

Impact It's unclear when Babmba suffered his knee injury, but it will keep him limited in practice for the start of training camp. The 26-year-old's first chance to suit up for the Clippers will come during Saturday's preseason opener against Golden State.

OCTOBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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SEPTEMBER 30, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Inks deal with Clippers Bamba agreed to a one-year deal with the Clippers on Monday, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.

Impact Bamba will join the Clippers and provide extra depth behind Ivica Zubac. The 26-year-old played for the 76ers last season, during which he averaged 4.4 points, 4.2 rebounds and 1.1 blocks across a career-low 13.0 minutes in 57 regular-season games.

JULY 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back to bench Bamba won't start Wednesday's Play-In Game against the Heat.

Impact With Joel Embiid (knee) sidelined, Bamba drew a spot start during the regular-season finale and posted four points, six rebounds and two blocks in 18 minutes during a 107-86 win over Brooklyn. Across 40 appearances off the bench this season, Bamba has averaged 3.7 points, 3.6 rebounds and 0.9 blocks in 10.3 minutes per game.

APRIL 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet in spot start Bamba provided four points (2-3 FG, 0-1 3Pt), six rebounds and two blocks over 18 minutes during Sunday's 107-86 win over Brooklyn.

Impact Bamba got the spot start after Joel Embiid (knee) was ruled out. He will end his regular season with averages of 4.4 points, 4.1 rebounds and 1.0 blocks across 12.9 minutes per game. The big man also put up 6.3 points and 5.6 rebounds across 19.3 minutes in 16 starts.

APRIL 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Gets spot start Bamba will start Sunday's game against the Nets.

Impact Joel Embiid (knee/rest) is sitting out the regular-season finale, so Bamba will slide into the startling lineup. As a starter this season (16 games), Bamba has averaged 6.3 points, 5.6 rebounds and 1.3 blocks in 19.3 minutes per game.

APRIL 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Grabs seven boards in return Bamba (illness) scored three points (1-6 FG, 1-3 3Pt) and added seven rebounds, two blocks and one assist in 15 minutes off the bench in Sunday's 133-126 double-overtime victory ov...

Impact Bamba was back in action for Philadelphia after missing the previous three games with an illness. His return coincided with Joel Embiid being held out of Sunday's contest, after Embiid had played in each of the previous three games following a 29-game absence while he recovered from meniscus surgery. With Embiid expected back for the 76ers' next game Tuesday versus the Pistons and Paul Reed likely to serve as his top backup, Bamba could soon find himself outside of the team's rotation.

APRIL 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Not listed on injury report Bamba (illness) isn't listed on Philadelphia's injury report for Sunday's game against the Spurs.

Impact Bamba missed three straight games due to an illness but is cleared to suit up Sunday. Joel Embiid (knee) made his return following a lengthy absence while Bamba was sick, but the reigning MVP has been ruled out for Sunday's contest, which is the second night of a back-to-back set, for rest purposes. Bamba should garner a solid role versus San Antonio, though Paul Reed is expected to start at center in Embiid's stead.

APRIL 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Saturday Bamba (illness) won't play Saturday against Memphis, Keith Pompey of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.

Impact Bamba's status won't have a big impact in fantasy hoops, as Joel Embiid (knee) is good to go. Bamba should be considered questionable for Sunday against the Spurs.

APRIL 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Active at shootaround Bamba (illness) participated in shootaround ahead of Saturday's game versus the Grizzlies, Keith Pompey of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.

Impact Bamba is listed as questionable after missing Philadelphia's previous contest with a non-COVID illness. If Bamba is upgraded to available, his playing time will depend on Joel Embiid's (knee) status.

APRIL 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Saturday Bamba (illness) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game versus the Grizzlies.

Impact Bamba is in danger of missing his third straight contest Saturday due to a non-COVID illness. If Bamba is ruled out, Paul Reed will likely receive increased playing time.

APRIL 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Thursday Bamba (illness) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Heat, Ky Carlin of USA Today reports.

Impact Bamba didn't participate in the 76ers' morning shootaround Thursday and will be forced to miss a second consecutive game due to an illness. KJ Martin and Nicolas Batum could see additional run against Miami.

APRIL 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Absent from shootaround Bamba (illness), who is questionable for Thursday's game against the Heat, didn't participate in the 76ers' morning shootaround, Keith Pompey of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.

Impact Bamba was a late scratch for Tuesday's game against the Thunder, and he continues to deal with an illness ahead of Thursday's matchup. His absence from Philadelphia's morning shootaround is discouraging, and it's possible he's unavailable for a second consecutive game.

APRIL 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Thursday Bamba (illness) is questionable for Thursday's game against the Heat.

Impact Bamba was a late scratch ahead of Tuesday's win over the shorthanded Thunder and may miss another contest. Joel Embiid (knee), Tyrese Maxey (hip) and Tobias Harris (knee) are also questionable.

APRIL 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Late scratch Tuesday Bamba won't play in Tuesday's game versus the Thunder due to an illness, Lauren Rosen of the 76ers' official site reports.

Impact Despite not appearing on the injury report all day, Bamba will miss Tuesday's contest with a non-COVID illness. If Joel Embiid (knee) is upgraded from questionable, he should reclaim his starting role. Bamba's next chance to suit up is Thursday's matchup with Miami.

APRIL 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Productive in loss Friday Bamba recorded 14 points (6-7 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 1-2 FT), seven rebounds, one assist and two blocks over 22 minutes during Friday's 117-114 loss to Cleveland.

Impact Bamba was coming off his first double-double of the season in the loss to the Clippers on Wednesday, and while he couldn't repeat that outcome here, he delivered another solid showing. The veteran big man is making the most of the opportunity, averaging 6.9 points, 5.8 rebounds and 1.3 blocks per game across his last 12 starts. Bamba will remain a decent streaming option for the time being, but he'll head back to the bench once Joel Embiid (knee) is ready to return.

MARCH 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

First double-double of season Bamba ended with 12 points (5-8 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 11 rebounds and two blocks over 19 minutes during Wednesday's 108-107 loss to the Clippers.

Impact Making his 11th straight start, the 25-year-old center recorded his first double-double of the season as he continues to split the workload in the paint with Paul Reed. Over those 11 contests, Bamba has averaged 6.3 points, 5.6 boards and 1.3 blocks in 20.8 minutes a game, and his defensive contributions are the only thing keeping him on the fantasy radar -- he's delivered multiple blocks in four of the last six games.

MARCH 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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