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James Harden News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 22

How James Harden wasted no time shattering Clippers record vs. Hornets

James Harden delivered a historic opening-quarter performance Saturday afternoon, setting a Los Angeles Clippers franchise record as the struggling team entered the matchup at 4–11 and attempting to snap a three-game skid against the Charlotte Hornets.

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Los Angeles Clippers News / Field Level Media / November 22

Future Hall of Fame G Chris Paul to retire after 2025-26 season

Twelve-time All-Star guard Chris Paul said Saturday that this will be his final NBA season. In Charlotte with his Los Angeles Clippers to face the Hornets,

Kawhi Leonard News / Hoops Wire / November 22

Clippers’ Kawhi Leonard expected to return Sunday vs. Cavs

Kawhi Leonard is expected to return Sunday in Cleveland, according to Chris Haynes of NBA on TNT. Leonard has been out since November three with right ankle and foot sprains and will miss his ninth straight game Saturday in Charlotte.

Chris Paul News / Hoops Wire / November 22

Clippers’ Chris Paul says he’s retiring at end of season

Clippers point guard Chris Paul plans to retire at the end of the 2025–26 season, according to Shams Charania of ESPN. Paul hinted over the summer that he had one year left in him, and Charania noted the same when the veteran guard agreed to a one-year deal with the Clippers.

Kawhi Leonard News / Field Level Media / November 22

Report: Clippers F Kawhi Leonard to return Sunday

Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard will return to the lineup Sunday against the host Cleveland Cavaliers, multiple outlets reported Saturday. The six-time All-Star has not played since Nov.

Kawhi Leonard News / Hoops Rumors / November 22

Clippers' Kawhi Leonard expected to return against Cavaliers

Leonard has been sidelined since Nov. 3 while dealing with right ankle and foot sprains.

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Chris Paul News / Hoops Rumors / November 22

12-time All-Star Chris Paul set to retire after 21st NBA season

A 12-time All-Star, Paul entered the NBA as the fourth overall pick in the 2005 draft and is playing in the league for a 21st season.

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NBA News / EssentiallySports / November 22

Are James Harden, Kawhi Leonard Playing Today? Clippers vs Hornets Injury Report, Where To Watch & More (Nov.22)

On one side of Los Angeles, the LA Lakers are thriving with health and an 11-4 record, but the other side is just as dark. The LA Clippers have lost nine of their last 10, desperate to gain some momentum and compete in the cutthroat Western Conference.

James Harden News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 21

James Harden off to best scoring start since Rockets days 6 years ago

The LA Clippers continue to stumble in the standings, but star guard James Harden is doing everything he can to keep his team afloat amid the flurry of injuries.

Los Angeles Clippers News / Los Angeles Clippers on SI / November 21

Is There Any Hope for the Clippers This Season?

The Los Angeles Clippers are undoubtedly the most disappointing team in the NBA. After Thursday night's desultory loss against the Orlando Magic, the Clippers are 4-11 and a bottom-ten unit on both ends of the floor.

Tyronn Lue News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 21

Clippers’ Tyronn Lue nearly left speechless after reporter’s ‘hard’ question about defense

The frustration surrounding the Los Angeles Clippers reached a boiling point on Friday night, and it showed most clearly in head coach Tyronn Lue’s postgame press conference.

Bradley Beal News / Hoops Wire / November 21

Clippers apply for disabled player exception after Bradley Beal injury

The Clippers have applied for a disabled player exception following Bradley Beal’s season-ending hip injury, according to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line/Bleacher Report.

James Harden News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 21

Clippers star James Harden’s ‘fighting’ message to young teammates amid brutal stretch

The Los Angeles Clippers needed clarity after another long night, and James Harden delivered it with a simple message that cut through the noise. The former MVP spoke directly to the young players on a Clippers roster searching for footing during a brutal losing streak that now includes a 101-129 loss to the Magic.

NBA News / Field Level Media / November 21

Spiraling Hornets, Clippers both seeking turnaround

The Los Angeles Clippers and Charlotte Hornets have similarities -- and that's not a good thing. Both hold 4-11 records and will be trying to snap losing skids when they meet Saturday afternoon in Charlotte.

LaMelo Ball News / Last Word On Sports / November 21

Should the Clippers Go All In for LaMelo Ball?

After dropping to a 4-11 record and losing nine of their last 10 games, the Los Angeles Clippers are at their lowest. It may be time for Steve Ballmer and the rest of the front office to save the season by making moves. First of all, the Clippers don’t have many trade assets.

James Harden News / Los Angeles Clippers on SI / November 21

James Harden Deserves Better Than This Clippers Mess

The Los Angeles Clippers are now 4-11 for the season and have lost nine of their last ten. Perhaps their worst loss of this disastrous stretch came on Thursday when the Clippers were completely outclassed by the Orlando Magic.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / November 20

Clippers Fall To 4-11 After Ugly Loss To Magic: It’s Time To Blow It Up

Another night, another disappointment. The Los Angeles Clippers were dominated in Orlando, losing 101-129 to a Magic team that was missing Paolo Banchero and hardly had to exert itself to expose the Clippers’ latest disaster class.

LaMelo Ball News / Yardbarker / November 21

Is the LaMelo Ball era ending in Charlotte? Three potential landing spots for Hornets star guard

The LaMelo Ball era in Charlotte might be nearing its end. According to Yahoo NBA reporter Kelly Iko, the 24-year-old, one-time All-Star guard has “grown increasingly frustrated” with the Hornets and is open to a trade.

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