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Rumors: James Harden’s Future Sparks Major Deadline Speculation Across NBA Front Offices

NBA trade rumors have started to pick up, and Los Angeles Clippers star James Harden is one of the names that have been mentioned. Amid the struggles the Clippers have faced, many believe the team will be sellers.

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Ivica Zubac To Miss At Least Three Weeks With Ankle Sprain

Ivica Zubac will be out for at least three weeks for the Clippers after being diagnosed with a Grade 2 ankle sprain in his left ankle, reports NBA on Prime’s Chris Haynes (via Twitter).

James Harden News / NBA Analysis Network / December 21

James Harden shares his frustration with LA Clippers’ ‘bad habit’ that ended against LA Lakers

The Los Angeles Clippers have been disastrous this season. Despite entering the 2025-26 campaign as projected Western Conference contenders, the LA Clippers currently sit 13th in the standings with a dismal 7-21 record.

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The 'Youngest 40-point NBA games' quiz

How many of the NBA players to score at least 40 points in a game before turning 21 years old can you name in six minutes?

The 'NBA's youngest 35-point scorers' quiz

The 'Most points in an NBA Christmas Day game' quiz

The 'NBA 10-block triple-doubles' quiz

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Which NBA teams have the best Christmas Day records?

Christmas and the NBA go hand-in-hand. The day serves for the top hoops league in the world, like Thanksgiving for the NFL. However, while the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys are perpetual Thanksgiving participants, the NBA has mixed up the matchups and the teams throughout the years.

Kawhi Leonard News / The SportsRush / December 21

'Find More Trees to Cut': Robert Horry Takes a Dig at Kawhi Leonard Controversy While Criticizing the Clippers

By far the most disappointing team of the 2025-26 NBA season has been the Los Angeles Clippers. After an eventful offseason, which appeared to have put them in position to compete yet again in the Western Conference, they have failed to live up to expectations.

Los Angeles Clippers News / Hoops Wire / December 21

Clippers finally grab a win, but climb remains steep

The Clippers finally gave themselves something to build on Saturday, knocking off the rival Lakers. That much was real. The climb back to relevance, though, remains steep.

NBA News / Yardbarker / December 21

LeBron James won't take Chris Paul's side in feud with Clippers

The Clippers' decision to move on from Paul has drawn considerable criticism.

LeBron has fans concerned with his 'YouTube golf' quip

Lakers' JJ Redick gives no clarity about Luka Doncic's left leg injury

Bruce Brown accuses Kevin Durant of disrespecting him

Warriors have a Draymond Green problem on their hands

Green gets ejected after shoving Suns' Collin Gillespie

Kawhi Leonard News / The Lead / December 20

The Clippers’ All-In Bet on Kawhi Leonard Failed

Heading into the 2020s, the Los Angeles Clippers seemed destined to finally break the franchise’s long-standing “curse.” Years of bad luck, injuries, and disappointing seasons appeared to be over when L.A. signed then-Toronto superstar Kawhi Leonard and traded for another in Paul George.

Los Angeles Clippers News / NBA Draft on SI / December 20

LA Clippers Still in Danger of 2026 NBA Draft Disaster

The LA Clippers are careening toward the NBA’s doomsday scenario. The team was once thought of to be one of the better teams in the Western Conference, armed with a host of veteran players who seemingly matched together nicely, and had plenty of experience to go around.

Chris Paul News / Los Angeles Clippers on SI / December 20

Clippers' Inability to Solve Chris Paul Situation Is Hurting Them

Chris Paul was sent home by the Los Angeles Clippers on December 3 and became trade eligible on December 15. Yet, he remains on the team as the franchise has yet to find a solution.