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Curry's late surge powers Warriors past Clippers in play-in thriller
sports1 month ago

Curry's late surge powers Warriors past Clippers in play-in thriller

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.

via NBC Sports|
#fourth-quarter-comeback#golden-state-warriors#la-clippers
Play-In Night 2 Preview: Magic-76ers, Warriors-Clippers Battle for No. 7
2026-sofi-nba-play-in-tournament1 month ago

Play-In Night 2 Preview: Magic-76ers, Warriors-Clippers Battle for No. 7

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.

via NBA|
#2026-sofi-nba-play-in-tournament#golden-state-warriors#la-clippers
Play-In Stakes Hit Friday as Blazers Host Clippers in Portland
sports1 month ago

Play-In Stakes Hit Friday as Blazers Host Clippers in Portland

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.

via NBA|
#la-clippers#nba#play-in-tournament
CP3 lands in Toronto in three-team trade with Clippers and Nets
top-stories3 months ago

CP3 lands in Toronto in three-team trade with Clippers and Nets

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.

via NBA|
#brooklyn-nets#chris-paul#la-clippers
SGA's 45 Points Lead Thunder to Victory Over Clippers
sports1 year ago

SGA's 45 Points Lead Thunder to Victory Over Clippers

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.

via ESPN|
#chet-holmgren#la-clippers#nba
Paul George Faces Boos in Sixers' Clash with Clippers
sports1 year ago

Paul George Faces Boos in Sixers' Clash with Clippers

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.

via ESPN|
#fan-reaction#la-clippers#nba
Clippers Disappointed by Team USA's Replacement of Kawhi Leonard
sports1 year ago

Clippers Disappointed by Team USA's Replacement of Kawhi Leonard

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.

via ESPN|
#basketball#derrick-white#kawhi-leonard
"Jerry West's Legacy Honored Privately by Family"
sports1 year ago

"Jerry West's Legacy Honored Privately by Family"

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.

via ESPN|
#jerry-west#la-clippers#memorial
sports2 years ago

Tyronn Lue Secures 5-Year, $70M Extension with Clippers

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.

via NBA.com|
#contract-extension#la-clippers#lawrence-frank
Clippers and Tyronn Lue Agree to Long-Term Extension
sports2 years ago

Clippers and Tyronn Lue Agree to Long-Term Extension

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.

via ESPN|
#coaching#contract#la-clippers
"Kawhi Leonard's Ongoing Battle with Inflammation and Playoff Uncertainty"
sports2 years ago

"Kawhi Leonard's Ongoing Battle with Inflammation and Playoff Uncertainty"

LA Clippers' Kawhi Leonard is still battling inflammation in his surgically repaired right knee, making his status questionable for Game 1 against the Dallas Mavericks. The team's president of basketball operations, Lawrence Frank, stated that while Leonard's knee is structurally sound, the inflammation needs to reduce for him to play. Leonard has not played since March 31 and has been undergoing treatment to address the persistent inflammation, with his availability for the postseason remaining uncertain.

via ESPN|
#inflammation#injury#kawhi-leonard