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Clippers head coach dedicates Opening Night win to Steve Ballmer The Clippers kicked off the 2026-27 season with an Opening Night victory. Head coach Tyronn Lue dedicated the Clippers’ 121-96 win over the...

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Malik Monk - Listed probable for Friday Monk (ankle) is probable for Friday's game against Portland.

Impact Monk was downgraded to out for Sacramento's regular-season opener Wednesday against the Clippers due to an ankle issue. However, he appears on track to make his 2026-27 debut Friday. Expect confirmation on Monk's availability as tipoff nears.

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Isaiah Jackson - Makes most of limited action Jackson produced 13 points (6-8 FG, 1-2 FT), five rebounds and one steal across 15 minutes during Wednesday's 121-96 win over the Kings.

Impact Jackson won the Clippers' Opening Night starting job at center, but veteran Brook Lopez soundly outperformed the former Wednesday. This position battle should remain worth keeping tabs on in the early going, as Jackson could lose his grip with the first unit if Lopez continues to outproduce him off the bench.

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Derrick Jones Jr. - Productive in victory Jones racked up eight points (3-4 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 1-2 FT), six rebounds, five assists and one steal over 26 minutes during Wednesday's 121-96 win over the Kings.

Impact Jones put forth a productive Opening Night performance, contributing both defensively and as a playmaker. The door is open for Jones to handle more playing time until Brandon Ingram moves past an Achilles injury, but it's worth noting Jones has typically been a low-usage player throughout the course of his career.

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Rui Hachimura - Fills box score in opener Hachimura registered 10 points (3-13 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 2-5 FT), eight rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal in 32 minutes during Wednesday's 121-96 win over Sacramento.

Impact After jumping ship from the Lakers to the crosstown-rival Clippers over the summer, Hachimura opened the new year in a starting position with his new squad. As long as he stays in the first unit, the veteran forward should be able to supply late-round fantasy value.

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Gradey Dick - Reaches double figures in scoring Dick closed Wednesday's 121-96 win over Sacramento with 12 points (3-4 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 5-6 FT), four rebounds and one block across 19 minutes.

Impact With the rebuilding Clippers dealing with several injuries already, Dick stitched up an Opening Night rotation spot. A 2023 first-rounder, Dick remains worth monitoring on waiver wires until his role becomes more solidified.

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