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The Atlanta Hawks acquired the draft rights to 6-11 center Henri Veesaar (52nd pick in the 2026 NBA Draft) from the LA Clippers in exchange for Narcisse Ngoy’s rights and cash. Veesaar starred at UNC in 2025-26, averaging 17.0 points, 8.7 rebounds, 2.1 assists and 1.2 blocks per game, earning All-ACC Second Team honors and a Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Center of the Year finalist nod, with notable shooting efficiency and 15 double-doubles.
Stephen Curry erupted for 35 points, including 27 in the second half, despite knee trouble, to spark a fourth‑quarter comeback and carry the Golden State Warriors to a 126-121 win over the Los Angeles Clippers in the NBA play-in, earning a trip to Phoenix for a win‑and‑in game. Al Horford nailed 4-of-4 threes in the fourth, Draymond Green stifled Kawhi Leonard on defense, and Gui Santos and Kristaps Porzingis added 20-point outings for Golden State as they move on while the Clippers’ season ends amid developments surrounding Leonard’s sponsorship and league scrutiny.
Two Play-In games tip off the NBA postseason on Wednesday: East’s No. 8 Orlando Magic host No. 7 Philadelphia 76ers, and West’s No. 10 Golden State Warriors visit the No. 9 LA Clippers. Philadelphia will be without Joel Embiid due to appendicitis, with Adem Bona and Andre Drummond stepping in, while Stephen Curry has returned for Golden State. The article predicts an Orlando upset in the East and a Clippers win in the West, with the winners advancing to face Boston and Phoenix in the first round.
Two Western Conference rivals meet in Portland with Play-In seeding on the line: the Trail Blazers (40-40) host the Clippers (41-39) on Friday; with a win, L.A. would lock up the eighth seed via the season-series tiebreaker, sending Portland to ninth, while a Blazers win would grant Portland the tiebreaker and likely move them to eighth to face the Suns in the Play-In bracket.
Veteran guard Chris Paul is headed to the Toronto Raptors as part of a three-team deal with the LA Clippers and Brooklyn Nets. Toronto receives Paul, Brooklyn acquires Ochai Agbaji and a 2032 second-round pick, and the Clippers obtain the rights to Vanja Marinković. Paul, 40, plans to retire after this season and could be moved again before the trade deadline; the deal also affects roster and tax considerations, and Paul will not be required to report to Toronto immediately.
In a blockbuster swap, the Los Angeles Clippers trade James Harden to the Cleveland Cavaliers for Darius Garland and a future second-round pick, with NBA approval likely soon; Harden, averaging 25.4 points this season, joins Donovan Mitchell in Cleveland, while Garland heads to LA to give the Clippers a youthful star and a future-focused path.
LA Clippers owner Steve Ballmer denied knowledge of a controversial endorsement deal with Kawhi Leonard that allegedly circumvented NBA salary cap rules, and called for an NBA investigation into the matter, which involves a bankrupt company accused of fraud.
Chris Paul, at age 40, has agreed to a one-year, $3.6 million deal to return to the LA Clippers for his 21st NBA season, bringing his extensive experience and leadership to the team alongside recent signings like Bradley Beal and John Collins.
Norman Powell was unexpectedly traded from the LA Clippers to the Miami Heat, which initially shocked him but has now become a meaningful and exciting opportunity, especially given his childhood admiration for the Heat and Dwyane Wade.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored a career-high 45 points, along with 9 assists and 5 steals, leading the Oklahoma City Thunder to a 134-126 victory over the LA Clippers. Despite the impressive performance, Gilgeous-Alexander downplayed the achievement, focusing instead on preparing his team for a deeper playoff run. The Thunder, playing without injured big men including Chet Holmgren, managed to hold off a late Clippers rally. Gilgeous-Alexander's leadership and ability to take over games have drawn comparisons to NBA greats.
Paul George was booed by LA Clippers fans during his return to the Intuit Dome as a Philadelphia 76ers player, despite receiving a video tribute. George, who played five seasons with the Clippers, expressed confusion over the boos, attributing his departure to contract disagreements rather than a trade demand. He emphasized his positive relationships with Clippers management and former teammates, dismissing any bad blood. George signed a four-year, $212 million contract with the 76ers after the Clippers declined his request for a no-trade clause.
LA Clippers president Lawrence Frank expressed disappointment over USA Basketball's decision to replace Kawhi Leonard with Derrick White on the Olympic team roster, despite Leonard's apparent readiness to play. Frank emphasized Leonard's commitment and progress in recovery from his knee injury, and noted that the Clippers had hoped for more time to assess Leonard's condition. The article also touches on the future of Russell Westbrook and other Clippers players.
The family of Hall of Fame player and executive Jerry West will honor his wishes with a private memorial following his death on June 12 at age 86. West, who was a consultant for the LA Clippers, had a storied career with the Lakers and is believed to be the silhouette in the NBA logo. His family encourages donations to West Virginia University funds in his memory.
The LA Clippers have signed head coach Tyronn Lue to a long-term contract extension reportedly worth $14 million annually through the 2028-29 season. Lue, who led the Clippers to a division title last season and their first Western Conference finals appearance in 2021, has a 184-134 record over four seasons with the team. Clippers President Lawrence Frank praised Lue's leadership and tactical skills, emphasizing his importance to the organization.
LA Clippers coach Ty Lue has signed a new long-term contract through the 2028-2029 season, making him one of the NBA's highest-paid coaches at approximately $14 million per year. The deal, finalized after negotiations with his agent, provides stability for the team amid roster uncertainties. Lue, who has a strong track record with both the Clippers and Cleveland Cavaliers, expressed his excitement about continuing with the organization as they move into the new Intuit Dome.