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Clippers Get No. 5 Pick in NBA Draft: What it Means and Why it Matters
The Los Angeles Clippers entered Sunday's NBA Draft Lottery praying to the basketball gods for some ping-pong ball luck. They had a 27.8% chance at the No.
Kawhi Leonard News / Los Angeles Clippers on SI / May 10
Kawhi Leonard's Clippers Exit Now More Likely After Big Warriors Development
Even though it has almost been a month since the Los Angeles Clippers' season came to an end, Kawhi Leonard's future with the team remains as murky as ever.
Clippers' Immediate Future Hinges on Sunday's NBA Draft Lottery
The 2026 NBA draft class is filled with one of the most talented player pools in recent memory. BYU forward AJ Dybansta, Kansas guard Darryn Peterson, and Duke forward Cam Boozer highlight this class, and there are plenty of other players who can make a big impact on a franchise.
The 'Active playoff scoring leaders' quiz
How many of the active NBA players with at least 1,500 points in the NBA Playoffs can you name in five minutes?
Kawhi Leonard News / Los Angeles Clippers on SI / May 8
Clippers' Priority in Kawhi Leonard Trade Should Be Clear
The Los Angeles Clippers and Kawhi Leonard have hitched their wagons to one another ever since the star forward joined the organization in 2019. The Clippers went above and beyond to keep Leonard happy in LA, consistently gave up their future to try to win in the present, and chose to live by Kawhi and die by Kawhi.
The 25 greatest playoff games in NBA history
In the NBA, it's all about showing up and showing out in the posteason. With that in mind, here are the 25 greatest NBA playoff games of all time.
All You Need to Know About 2026 NBA Draft Lottery and Clippers Odds
The NBA Draft is a significant opportunity for teams to build toward the future and find that centerpiece to build a contending roster around. That opportunity for the Los Angeles Clippers is up in the air.
Gradey Dick News / Los Angeles Clippers on SI / May 7
Gradey Dick Could Be Intriguing Buy-Low Trade Option for Clippers
With the Los Angeles Clippers' offseason underway, much of the focus has centered around two major storylines. What the draft lottery will bring and what the front office’s plan should be if Indiana’s pick falls outside the top four and conveys to the Clippers.
3 Potential Clippers Trade Targets to Watch in 2nd Round of NBA Playoffs
The Los Angeles Clippers fell short of an NBA playoff berth this season despite an impressive turnaround. The organization will enter some murky waters this offseason, as they aim to make the Clippers a contender.
Clippers' Starting Center for Next Season May Be Playing in Round 2 of the Playoffs
The Los Angeles Clippers enter the 2026 offseason with no bigger need than finding a quality option at center. Following the Ivica Zubac trade, the need for a real paint presence was evident.
NBA News / Los Angeles Clippers on SI / May 5
Nuggets' 1st Round Exit Could Make Them an Ideal Trade Partner for Clippers
The Los Angeles Clippers will be active in the offseason to upgrade the roster around Kawhi Leonard and Darius Garland. The front office has expressed a desire to keep the two stars and head coach Ty Lue in place, but improve the rest of the team with the hopes of becoming a contender again.
Ideal Backcourt Partner to Darius Garland May Be on the Trade Block This Summer
The Los Angeles Clippers want to take a big step forward next season, building around Darius Garland and Kawhi Leonard. But they have big holes to fill to become a serious contender.
The 25 defining moments of LeBron James' career
LeBron's career can't go on forever, can it? If it were to end tomorrow, it would be the greatest run of sustained excellence the league has ever seen.
Kawhi Leonard News / Los Angeles Clippers on SI / May 4
Rockets-Kawhi Leonard Trade Buzz Will Likely Be a Big Offseason Topic
Until he publicly commits to the Los Angeles Clippers or signs a contract extension, the Kawhi Leonard trade rumors aren't going anywhere. With several title contenders suffering disappointing first-round exits, the rumors have only increased over the last week.
3 New Kawhi Leonard Suitors May Have Emerged After 1st Round Results
The Los Angeles Clippers front office has expressed a desire to keep Kawhi Leonard going forward, but that is far from a guarantee. The league's investigation into the Clippers' dealings with Leonard is ongoing.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 4
Clippers’ perfect Cam Johnson trade offer to Nuggets after rumor pops up
The Los Angeles Clippers will enter the offseason filled with uncertainties after falling short of qualifying for the playoffs. Despite their talented roster, the Clippers lost to the Golden State Warriors in the Play-In Tournament, infamously blowing a double-digit lead in the fourth quarter.
NBA News / Los Angeles Clippers on SI / May 3
Clippers' Ideal Trade Target May Now Be Available After Celtics' Game 7 Loss
The Boston Celtics became the latest favorite to suffer an unexpected loss in the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs. After losing Game 7 at home to the Philadelphia 76ers, the Celtics will be left with significant offseason questions.
A Familiar Face Could Be the Perfect Clippers Target in Free Agency
It's never fun to be the team on the couch as the NBA playoffs ensue. That's the exact situation the Los Angeles Clippers find themselves in, after they suffered a tough loss to the Golden State Warriors in the NBA Play-In Tournament.
NBA News / Yardbarker / May 2
Raptors stay alive on RJ Barrett's wild game-winning three
Seven years ago, Kawhi Leonard sent the Toronto Raptors to the Eastern Conference Finals with a game-winning shot that took a fortunate bounce through the hoop.
Los Angeles Clippers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 1
Chris Paul claims funeral IG meme was about a card game, not Clippers’ elimination
Chris Paul clarified the intent behind a viral Instagram post that drew attention following the Los Angeles Clippers’ Play-In Tournament exit, saying it had nothing to do with the team’s elimination.
1 Free Agent Signing the Clippers Can Make to Take the Next Step in 2026
The Los Angeles Clippers enter the 2026 offseason with a ton of holes to address and needs to fill. However, no need is greater than finding another high-level ball-handler and lead guard.
Darius Garland News / Los Angeles Clippers on SI / April 30
Clippers Shouldn't Make Darius Garland Untouchable in Offseason Trade Talks
When the Los Angeles Clippers' season came to an end at the hands of the Golden State Warriors in the Play-In Tournament, The Athletic's Law Murray reported that Darius Garland was a lock to be with the team next season.
John Wall News / Larry Brown Sports / April 30
John Wall lands a new job in college basketball
Former No. 1 overall draft pick John Wall retired from the NBA in August 2025. Wall then joined Amazon Prime Video’s coverage team as an NBA analyst. Now, Wall has a new job, this time in college basketball, as he is the new president of basketball operations at Howard University, as first reported by ESPN’s Shams Charania.
Los Angeles Clippers News / Los Angeles Clippers on SI / April 30
Clippers' Offseason Trade Chips: Breaking Down Draft Picks, Young Players, Contracts
The Los Angeles Clippers are expected to be buyers in the offseason. They will look to upgrade the roster around Kawhi Leonard and Darius Garland. But what do the Clippers have in their wallet when they go shopping for a third star?
Philadelphia 76ers News / Yardbarker / April 27
Why the 76ers need to seriously consider trading Joel Embiid
With the Philadelphia 76ers on the verge of elimination, there's something that's become increasingly clear about the future of the franchise.
Steve Ballmer News / Hoops Wire / April 23
Clippers owner Steve Ballmer: ‘I was duped’ in Aspiration scandal
Steve Ballmer is speaking out. And he’s not sugarcoating much. The Clippers owner took to X on Thursday to address the fallout from the Aspiration scandal, saying plainly, “I was duped and feel silly about that.” Ballmer explained he invested in Aspiration about five years ago, drawn to its focus on environmental sustainability.
Los Angeles Clippers News / Yardbarker / April 13
Clippers make NBA history with remarkable turnaround
A team that started the season with big expectations and a veteran group of future Hall of Famers finishing as the No. 9 seed is disappointing. However, the Clippers even being in the play-in tournament is actually an historic turn around based on where they were early in the season.
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