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Clippers part ways with Chris Paul, will need another move if waived

The Clippers and Chris Paul are officially going their separate ways. The team put out a statement Tuesday saying they are “parting ways” with the future Hall of Famer, who returned to Los Angeles on a one-year minimum deal for what was supposed to be his final season in the league.

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Clippers' First Move If They Have to Rebuild Is Obvious

It's common knowledge at this point that the Los Angeles Clippers are off to an inauspicious start. It has indeed been an abrupt fall for Los Angeles so far in 2025, as the focus has now shifted from trying to build on another playoff appearance to simply trying to stay relevant in the Western Conference.

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The 'Last 40-point game by NBA franchise' quiz

How many of the players to score at least 40 points in a game for each NBA team can you name in five minutes?

The 'Active 50-point NBA games' quiz

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The '30-piont, 20-rebound NBA playoff games' quiz

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Who is the most-iconic player for every NBA franchise?

Who is the best player in the history of every NBA franchise? That’s a tough question. Who is the most iconic player in the history of every NBA franchise?

Clippers Around the Web

Is a release, trade or retirement next? Answering questions on the futures of Chris Paul and the Clippers · ESPN

Clippers part ways with Chris Paul: What we know about bizarre overnight move for team legend · CBSSports.com

Clippers abruptly sever ties with future Hall of Famer Chris Paul amid 5-16 start to season · CBSSports.com

Los Angeles Clippers News / Los Angeles Clippers on SI / December 3

Clippers Announce New Community Initiative Ahead of NBA All-Star Game

The 2026 NBA All-Star Game will take place at Intuit Dome, and the LA Clippers are partnering with the league for a special initiative ahead of the big event.

Chris Paul News / Larry Brown Sports / December 3

Everyone said the same thing about the Clippers cutting Chris Paul

The Los Angeles Clippers stunned the NBA on Wednesday when they abruptly parted ways with Chris Paul, and the franchise is facing a great deal of criticism over the move.

Los Angeles Clippers News / Last Word On Sports / December 3

Why The Clippers Are Parting Ways With Future Hall Of Famers And What Is Next

The Los Angeles Clippers are parting ways with Chris Paul, according to NBA insider Chris Haynes. “Los Angeles Clippers are sending home future Hall of Fame point guard Chris Paul in a bizarre severing ties move, league sources tell me,” Haynes tweeted early Wednesday morning.

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Los Angeles Clippers News / Larry Brown Sports / December 3

Clippers send Chris Paul home in stunning move

The Los Angeles Clippers have decided to part ways with Chris Paul in a move that seemingly came out of nowhere. Just before 3 a.m. on Wednesday morning, Paul wrote on his Instagram story that he “just found out I’m being sent home.” The post included a peace sign emoji but no further context.

Los Angeles Clippers News / Fadeaway World / December 3

4 Clippers Who Could Be On The Trade Block This Month

The Los Angeles Clippers were initially projected to have one of the deepest rosters in the Western Conference, firmly asserting their position as a potential playoff threat despite concerns about their age.

Los Angeles Clippers News / Yardbarker / December 3

Clippers make shocking decision on Chris Paul

The Los Angeles Clippers' rocky season just keeps getting messier.

Clippers may be dealing with an effort issue amid struggles

Who is the most-iconic player for every NBA franchise?

The 'Most NBA games played' quiz

Los Angeles Clippers News / Total Apex Sports / December 3

Kendrick Perkins Roasts Kawhi Leonard: Is This The Worst Signing in NBA History?

If you listen closely, you can actually hear the sound of the Los Angeles Clippers’ championship window slamming shut—and locking from the outside. It’s grim in LA right now, and we aren’t talking about the traffic.

Kawhi Leonard News / Athlon Sports / December 2

NBA Champion Makes Bold Claim About Clippers' Kawhi Leonard Signing

Kawhi Leonard and the Los Angeles Clippers have not found their stride and are struggling miserably in the 2025-26 NBA season. The Clippers are currently 5-16 this year, and are tied for the second-worst team in the Western Conference.

Ben Simmons News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 2

Ben Simmons claims he’d return to 76ers ‘for free’

There was a time when Ben Simmons was thought to be one of the next NBA superstars, back when he was selected with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2016 NBA Draft by the Philadelphia 76ers.

Los Angeles Clippers News / Los Angeles Clippers on SI / December 2

Clippers' Season Is Over. It's Time to Blow It Up

When the Los Angeles Clippers stumbled out of the gate this season, head coach Ty Lue was preaching patience. Bradley Beal and Kawhi Leonard would return and the Clippers would go back to being a formidable force in the Western Conference.

Los Angeles Clippers News / Hoops Wire / December 2

Clippers started as expected contender, now can’t even stay afloat

The Clippers keep slipping and the frustration is starting to show. November ended with a 2-13 record, which Law Murray of The Athletic notes is one of the worst months in franchise history.

James Harden News / Los Angeles Clippers on SI / December 2

James Harden's Second-Half Benching vs. Heat Speaks Volumes About Clippers' 5-16 Start

Just when Los Angeles Clippers fans thought that their season couldn't get any worse, the team finds a way. In their fifth straight loss, the Clippers suffered their most embarrassing defeat of the 2025-26 campaign to the Miami Heat on Monday.

Los Angeles Clippers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 2

Steve Ballmer issues challenge to Tyronn Lue, Lawrence Frank amid Clippers’ disastrous start

The Los Angeles Clippers have been the biggest disappointment in the NBA this season, currently sitting at 5-16 after Monday night’s blowout loss to the Miami Heat.

Los Angeles Clippers News / Last Word On Sports / December 2

Lakers Urged To Take Advantage Of Rivals’ Meltdown

LOS ANGELES — The Lakers and Clippers have delivered strikingly different starts to the season. The Lakers sit second in the West with a 15-5 record, while the Clippers languish in 14th at 5-16.

Los Angeles Clippers News / Yardbarker / December 2

Clippers may be dealing with an effort issue amid struggles

The Clippers were supposed to contend for a title this year, and even their own statistics suggest they shouldn't be 5-16.

Chris Paul has a shady social media post amid Clippers’ losing streak

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The 'NBA all-time assists leaders' quiz

James Harden News / The SportsRush / December 1

'I Feel Bad For James Harden': Clippers’ 5-15 Start Rubs Danny Green The Wrong Way

The Los Angeles Clippers’ horrific start to the 2025–26 season has been one of the biggest eyebrow-raisers so far. They were expected to be championship contenders, yet they sit at a dismal 5–15 and hold 13th place in a very competitive Western Conference.

Los Angeles Clippers News / The SportsRush / December 1