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Pacers' lottery gamble backfires as Clippers claim the pick, Pritchard apologizes
sports15 days ago

Pacers' lottery gamble backfires as Clippers claim the pick, Pritchard apologizes

Indiana Pacers president Kevin Pritchard acknowledged a high-risk February trade that sent the 2026 first-round pick to the Los Angeles Clippers with a condition; the pick landed at No. 5, giving the Clippers the selection. Pritchard apologized to fans for the gamble. The deal also sent Ivica Zubac and Kobe Brown to Indiana for Bennedict Mathurin, Isaiah Jackson and multiple picks; Zubac was limited by injuries this season. The Pacers, one of the league’s worst teams, aim to rebound next season with a core around Tyrese Haliburton, Pascal Siakam and Andrew Nembhard, while adding Zubac to the mix; Pritchard says he’s willing to swing again to chase a title.

via The New York Times|
#indiana-pacers#ivica-zubac#kevin-pritchard
Pacers chief apologizes after risky lottery gamble backfires
sports15 days ago

Pacers chief apologizes after risky lottery gamble backfires

After a 19-63 season, Indiana Pacers president of basketball operations Kevin Pritchard apologized for a lottery gamble that sent the No. 5 pick to the Clippers in exchange for Ivica Zubac with top-four protection, a move fans branded a miscalculation as the lottery denied them a higher pick. Critics blasted giving up Myles Turner and Benedict Mathurin for Zubac, while Pritchard underscored the need for a starting center; Tyrese Haliburton is set to return next season from a torn Achilles after leading the team to the NBA Finals last year.

via New York Post|
#indiana-pacers#ivica-zubac#los-angeles-clippers
Curry Sparks Warriors' Epic Play-In Comeback to Beat Clippers
2026-sofi-nba-play-in-tournament1 month ago

Curry Sparks Warriors' Epic Play-In Comeback to Beat Clippers

Stephen Curry scored 35 with seven 3-pointers as Golden State erased a 13-point fourth-quarter deficit to edge the Clippers 126-121 in the SoFi Play-In, with Draymond Green locking down Kawhi Leonard and Kristaps Porzingis and Al Horford providing key late scoring to push the Warriors toward a possible playoff berth.

via NBA|
#2026-sofi-nba-play-in-tournament#al-horford#golden-state-warriors
Play-In Looms as Warriors-Clippers Finale Becomes Health-First Tune-Up
sports1 month ago

Play-In Looms as Warriors-Clippers Finale Becomes Health-First Tune-Up

With Play-In seeding effectively set at 9 vs 10, Golden State and the Clippers will use their regular-season finale to balance rest and rhythm ahead of the elimination-style matchup, prioritizing health over positions. Kerr says veterans will see limited minutes and Curry will play to regain rhythm, while the Clippers will avoid tipping their hand before the Play-In. Portland’s win keeps the 8th seed within reach, adding a subplot to the finale as rosters and stakes are different from last year due to trades and injuries.

via Blue Man Hoop|
#basketball#golden-state-warriors#los-angeles-clippers
Clippers edge Pacers in wild 0.4-second finish sparked by Kawhi Leonard
sports1 month ago

Clippers edge Pacers in wild 0.4-second finish sparked by Kawhi Leonard

Kawhi Leonard’s 0.4-second jumper gave the Clippers a 114-113 win over the Pacers, but Indiana had two late chances: an inbound turnover off a banked pass and a foul on Bennedict Mathurin, followed by a reset and a final foul on Jay Huff that led to two missed free throws. Leonard finished with 28 points, extending his streak to 50 straight games with at least 20, as the Clippers erased a 24-point first-half deficit to improve to 38-36.

via The New York Times|
#indiana-pacers#kawhi-leonard#last-second-finish
Doncic's 38 sparks Lakers past Clippers as Leonard exits late
sports3 months ago

Doncic's 38 sparks Lakers past Clippers as Leonard exits late

Luka Doncic returned to the Lakers lineup with 38 points and 11 assists, leading Los Angeles to a 125-122 win over the Clippers at Crypto.com Arena, with LeBron James adding 13 points and 11 assists and Austin Reaves contributing 29. Kawhi Leonard left late with left ankle soreness after scoring 31, but the Lakers’ rare on-court trio continued to build chemistry as they improve to 34-21.

via Los Angeles Times|
#austin-reaves#la-lakers#los-angeles-clippers
Contract Clash Sparks Cavaliers Swap for James Harden
sports3 months ago

Contract Clash Sparks Cavaliers Swap for James Harden

James Harden’s contract dispute with the Los Angeles Clippers—who offered limited guaranteed money for the second year—pushed him to accept a trade to the Cleveland Cavaliers, with Los Angeles receiving Darius Garland and a second‑round pick. Cleveland aims to compete immediately with Harden alongside Donovan Mitchell, Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen, while Houston’s earlier attempts to reunite with him were rebuffed and the Clippers pivot toward a rebuild.

via RealGM|
#cleveland-cavaliers#houston-rockets#james-harden
Pacers land Zubac in blockbuster center swap with Clippers
basketball3 months ago

Pacers land Zubac in blockbuster center swap with Clippers

Indiana trades Bennedict Mathurin, Isaiah Jackson, two first-round picks (one 2026 protected 1-4 and 10-30; if not conveyed, an unprotected 2031 first) and a 2029 unprotected first, plus a second, to the Clippers to land Ivica Zubac and Kobe Brown. The move gives Indiana a much-needed center upgrade ahead of Tyrese Haliburton’s return, while Zubac (under contract through 2027-28) averages about 14.4 points and 11.0 rebounds this season and Mathurin is set to be an RFA this offseason.

via RealGM|
#basketball#bennedict-mathurin#first-round-picks
Mitchell's all-around eruption powers Cavs past Clippers
sports3 months ago

Mitchell's all-around eruption powers Cavs past Clippers

The Cleveland Cavaliers routed the Los Angeles Clippers 124-91, led by Donovan Mitchell’s 29 points, 9 assists and 4 steals as he energized the lineup after recent additions. Jarrett Allen anchored the paint with a double-double-like impact, while a productive bench (including Jaylon Tyson and Sam Merrill) and contributions from Dennis Schröder and Thomas Bryant highlighted the Cavs’ depth and energy in a wire-to-wire win.

via Fear The Sword|
#basketball#cleveland-cavaliers#los-angeles-clippers
Harden to Cleveland, Garland to Clippers in High-Stakes NBA Swap
sports3 months ago

Harden to Cleveland, Garland to Clippers in High-Stakes NBA Swap

The Cavaliers officially acquire James Harden from the Clippers in exchange for Darius Garland, with Cavs president Koby Altman praising Harden’s elite playmaking and playoff experience while acknowledging the significant cost of trading a younger star; the move is framed as boosting playoff readiness in a wide-open Eastern Conference.

via Fear The Sword|
#cleveland-cavaliers#darius-garland#james-harden
CP3 Lands in a 3‑Team Swap Tying Raptors, Nets and Clippers
sports3 months ago

CP3 Lands in a 3‑Team Swap Tying Raptors, Nets and Clippers

Chris Paul was traded from the Clippers to the Toronto Raptors in a three‑team deal that also involves the Brooklyn Nets. The Nets receive Ochai Agbaji, a 2032 Raptors second‑round pick and cash; the Clippers obtain the rights to Vana Marinkovic. The Raptors reportedly won’t require Paul to report to the team, and his playing status remains uncertain with potential further moves or a buyout possible before the deadline.

via Bleacher Report|
#brooklyn-nets#chris-paul#los-angeles-clippers
Harden lands with Cavaliers in swap for Garland and a second-round pick
sports3 months ago

Harden lands with Cavaliers in swap for Garland and a second-round pick

The Los Angeles Clippers agreed to trade James Harden to the Cleveland Cavaliers for injured point guard Darius Garland and a second-round pick, with the deal reported as finalized by multiple outlets. The move pivots the Clippers away from the Harden/Kawhi era as Cleveland looks to boost its title chances in a wide-open Eastern Conference, though Garland’s health has been a factor and Harden’s contract considerations — including a sizable player option next season — shape the teams’ outlooks.

via NBC Sports|
#cleveland-cavaliers#darius-garland#james-harden
Harden Traded to Cavaliers as Clippers Acquire Garland and a Pick
sports3 months ago

Harden Traded to Cavaliers as Clippers Acquire Garland and a Pick

The Cavaliers have acquired James Harden from the Clippers in exchange for Darius Garland and Cleveland’s second-round pick, sending Garland to Los Angeles. Harden will join Donovan Mitchell in a powerful backcourt for Cleveland, while Garland looks to rebound from a toe injury on a younger Clippers roster. The deal involves Bird rights and cap considerations, with Harden’s upcoming contract option and possible impact on the tax apron.

via Hoops Rumors|
#cleveland-cavaliers#darius-garland#james-harden