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Clippers top Pelicans on Kawhi Leonard's last-second winner

Kawhi Leonard capped a 34-point performance with a tiebreaking 22-footer with four-tenths of a second left, James Harden recorded his third double-double of the season, and the Los Angeles Clippers opened their NBA Cup schedule with a 126-124 home win over the New Orleans Pelicans on Friday night.

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Clippers make key contract decision with 2023 1st round pick

The Los Angeles Clippers have a team full of talent after what they were able to do in the offseason. That means at some point, there will be players on the outside looking in, and that may be what the future holds for Kobe Brown after their Clippers declined his fourth-year option, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype.

Chris Paul News / The Lead / October 31

Is This Actually Chris Paul’s Final Season?

At the start of the summer, rumors circulated that Chris Paul would sign with the Los Angeles Clippers and possibly retire after this final season. The veteran point guard, with 21 years of experience, confirmed in an interview with Jemele Hill that he was considering only playing one more year.

Bradley Beal News / Last Word On Sports / October 31

Bradley Beal’s Return Should Fix Clippers Offensive Woes

This Friday, Bradley Beal has a chance to turn things around for the LA Clippers and surpass expectations as their third star. The Clippers are 2-2 to start the season.

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The 25 most notable one-time NBA All-Stars

The all-time list of NBA All-Stars is obviously long, and notably distinguished. However, there are some players — for various reasons — who the casual, or even most-dedicated, NBA fans can't recall having earned All-Star nods.

Los Angeles Clippers News / EssentiallySports / October 31

Ex-NBA Star Reveals James Harden, Chris Paul’s Involvement in $140K Betting

The ongoing gambling investigation has cracked open a side of the NBA, few ever imagined existed. It began with a string of over 30 arrests, the regular season had just started and suddenly, shocking names of Chauncey Billups and Terry Rozier were in discussions.

Los Angeles Clippers News / Last Word On Sports / October 30

Latest Off-Court Story Proves the Clippers Can’t Escape Drama

NBA fans often say, “Clippers gonna clip.” And it seems that is exactly what’s happening with the Los Angeles Clippers this season. Before Steve Ballmer bought the franchise, the Clippers were widely regarded as one of the most cursed teams in the league.

Kobe Brown News / Hoops Rumors / October 30

Clippers make major decision on forward Kobe Brown

Brown, who played four years of college ball at Missouri, was the 30th overall pick in the 2023 draft.

Warriors hold Clippers to their lowest point total in 4 years

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Los Angeles Clippers News / Total Apex Sports / October 30

Tyronn Lue’s Name Surfaces in FBI Investigation of Rigged Poker Ring in 2019

The NBA’s gambling scandal keeps getting messier with this new Tyronn Lue news. Just when you thought the fallout from the Chauncey Billups arrest couldn’t get any deeper, investigative journalist Pablo Torre dropped another bombshell on his “Pablo Torre Finds Out” podcast.

NBA News / EssentiallySports / October 30

Ty Lue’s Support for Chauncey Billups Backfires After Reported NBA Gambling Scandal Link

This NBA gambling scandal’s trench is deeper than you can imagine. Last week, the FBI reached for Chauncey Billups and Terry Rozier’s collars. The feds kept receipts of their findings on these illegal poker games since 2019.

Tyronn Lue News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 30

Tyronn Lue gets real on Clippers’ rough 19-point loss vs. Warriors

For the eighth time in his 935 games as a full-time starter in the NBA in 2012, James Harden recorded just one assist in a basketball game. Tuesday night’s

NBA News / Hoops Wire / October 29

West Notes: Clippers, Bradley Beal, Nuggets, Jamal Murray, Warriors

The Clippers were hoping Bradley Beal would fill the scoring void left by Norman Powell’s exit. Instead, they’re still waiting for him to get healthy. Beal missed his second straight game Tuesday with back soreness, and the Clippers managed just 79 points in a loss to the Warriors, their fewest in nearly three years.

Los Angeles Clippers News / Los Angeles Clippers on SI / October 29

Kawhi Leonard Addresses Bradley Beal's Absence After Blowout Loss to Warriors

The Los Angeles Clippers were without star guard Bradley Beal in Tuesday’s 98-79 loss to the Golden State Warriors, as the highly touted offseason acquisition was ruled out for the game with low back soreness.

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Kawhi Leonard News / Ball Exclusives / October 29

Kawhi Leonard slams Clippers’ selfish play after tough loss to Warriors

The Los Angeles Clippers fell 98-79 to the Golden State Warriors last night. According to Kawhi Leonard, the Clippers’ selfish play on offense was a contributing factor to their struggles.

James Harden News / NBA Analysis Network / October 29

Damning statistic proves James Harden was to blame for LA Clippers’ second-half collapse vs Warriors

James Harden had an unusual performance in the Los Angeles Clippers’ defeat to the Golden State Warriors. Harden has played well so far in the 2025-26 season, averaging 21.3 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 8.0 assists per game.

Los Angeles Clippers News / Last Word On Sports / October 29

'Unction' Clippers Are Being Exposed on Their Main Weakness

The Los Angeles Clippers have embraced the “unction” tag, but it may ultimately cost them as teams begin to expose their main weakness. True to their nickname, the Clippers have looked slow and sluggish, resulting in a 2-2 start to the season.

Tyronn Lue News / NBA Analysis Network / October 29

Ty Lue claims LA Clippers are struggling because ‘key component’ is out injured, ‘a guy who…’

LA Clippers head coach Ty Lue attributed their recent issues on the court to one player who is currently out injured. The LA Clippers have been inconsistent to start the season, going 2-3 in their first five games after their latest loss to the Golden State Warriors.

Tyronn Lue News / Los Angeles Clippers on SI / October 29

Ty Lue Explains Reason for Controversial Lineup in Warriors-Clippers Game

It's only been four games, but the LA Clippers have been an incredibly difficult team to predict this season. In their two home games, the team has looked rather impressive against the Phoenix Suns and Portland Trail Blazers.

Los Angeles Clippers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 28

Pablo Torre checkmates Clippers fans over ‘FBI’ chants vs. Blazers

On Sunday, the Los Angeles Clippers improved to 2-1 on the young 2025 NBA season with a home win over the Portland Trail Blazers. The Clippers seem to

Chauncey Billups News / Larry Brown Sports / October 28

Clippers fans had ironic chant against Chauncey Billups-less Blazers

Los Angeles Clippers fans sound more than glad that the news cycle has moved on to the ongoing issue of Portland Trail Blazers head coach Chauncey Billups.

James Harden News / NBA Analysis Network / October 27

James Harden admires LA Clippers star for bringing a ‘different dynamic’ that was ‘missing’ last season

James Harden’s 20 points and 13 assists helped the Los Angeles Clippers beat the Portland Trail Blazers on Sunday. Harden, Kawhi Leonard (30 pts), and Ivica Zubac (21 pts) continue to look like one of the best big threes in the NBA.

Los Angeles Clippers News / EssentiallySports / October 27

James Harden Reminds NBA What Makes Kawhi Leonard Lethal After 30-Point Effort in Clippers Win

“It’s easy for me. I don’t read headlines or do conspiracy theories or anything like that. So, it’s about the season and what we’ve got ahead of us right now,” Kawhi Leonard said during media day, and it’s showing.

Chris Paul News / The SportsRush / October 26

Chris Paul Opens Up on Finding Joy in Family Life After Returning Home

There were rumors of Chris Paul considering retirement over the summer, but he ended those talks when he returned to the Los Angeles Clippers, aiming to go out on a high.

Los Angeles Clippers News / Larry Brown Sports / October 22

Charles Barkley takes a ruthless shot at Kawhi Leonard during his ESPN debut

Charles Barkley wasted no time making his presence felt on ESPN.

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John Collins News / The Lead / October 22

John Collins Turned the Clippers’ Preseason Into a Statement

Just a few weeks ago, we wondered if the Clippers — the oldest team in NBA history — would take the preseason seriously. Now, we have our answer. In four preseason games, Ty Lue’s squad looked fresh, connected, and motivated.