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Kawhi is back, Zubac is dominating and the Clippers have won 14 of 17 so maybe believe them now

The Clippers beat the Lakers on Thursday behind Kawhi Leonard’s 24 points, James Harden’s 18 and 10, and Ivica Zubac’s 18 points and 19 rebounds. That’s 14 wins in their last 17 games.

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James Harden’s secret message to Ivica Zubac before dominant game vs. Lakers

Behind a monster night from Ivica Zubac, the LA Clippers were able to defeat the Los Angeles Lakers for the second time this season and take a 2-1 lead in the season series.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 23

Why Tyronn Lue was angry after win against LeBron James, Lakers

Kawhi Leonard and the LA Clippers fended off a late run by Luka Doncic and the Los Angeles Lakers on Thursday night to come out victorious. It was the 14th win in the last 17 games for the Clippers, but head coach Tyronn Lue entered the postgame press conference room fuming.

Kawhi Leonard News / thePeachBasket / January 23

Leonard’s 24 leads the Clippers past the Lakers

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Anfernee Simons News / Athlon Sports / January 23

Mock Trade Has Clippers Landing Celtics' Anfernee Simons to Upgrade Backcourt

It has been an interesting season thus far for the Los Angeles Clippers as they have been able to turn things around after their disappointing start to the year.

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The 25 players with the most successful post-NBA careers

Most NBA players, no matter how successful, are out of the league before the end of their 30s, or even their 20s. That leaves a lot of life left to live, and a good handful of players have made the most of their professional lives after leaving the court.

Los Angeles Clippers News / Los Angeles Clippers on SI / January 23

What the Clippers Actually Need at the Trade Deadline — And What They Don't

With less than two weeks left before the trade deadline, the Los Angeles Clippers are in a fascinating situation. They have righted the ship by winning 13 of their last 16 games, but remain in tenth place in the Western Conference.

James Harden News / Los Angeles Clippers on SI / January 23

Clippers Have to Find a Way to Reduce James Harden's Minutes

The Los Angeles Clippers continued their impressive run with an emphatic win over the Lakers on Thursday. After winning 14 of their last 17 games, the Clippers are in an excellent spot to chase their postseason ambitions.

NBA News / Ball Exclusives / January 23

Clippers dominate Lakers behind strong team balance

The Los Angeles Lakers suffered a tough 112-104 loss to their crosstown rivals, the Los Angeles Clippers, last night at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood. The Clippers improved to 20-24, while the Lakers dropped to 26-17.

Kawhi Leonard News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 23

Clippers’ Kawhi Leonard’s minutes restriction had him getting antsy as LA almost choked vs. Lakers

The Los Angeles Clippers successfully defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 112-104 on Thursday at the Intuit Dome. Prior to the game, Kawhi Leonard was questionable but ultimately played.

James Harden News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 23

Clippers star James Harden’s instant reaction to big win over Lakers

The Los Angeles Clippers have been the hottest team in the NBA over the past month; since the 20th of December, the Clippers have won 14 of their past 17 games, including their Thursday night clash against archrival Los Angeles Lakers.

NBA News / Field Level Media / January 23

Kawhi Leonard stars in return as Clippers down Lakers

Kawhi Leonard scored 24 points, Ivica Zubac added 18 points with 19 rebounds and the Los Angeles Clippers continued their red-hot run with a 112-104 victory over the visiting Los Angeles Lakers on Thursday at Inglewood, Calif.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / January 22

James Harden Milsetone Announced During Clippers-Lakers

James Harden and the Los Angeles Clippers are in action on Thursday night. They face off against their cross-town rivals, the Los Angeles Lakers, in a home game at Intuit Dome.

NBA News / Yardbarker / January 23

Five NBA players who could change teams at the trade deadline

Here are five players likely to change teams before the deadline of Feb. 5.

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5 Trade Targets Clippers Can Acquire By Moving Chris Paul & Bradley Beal

With the trade deadline two weeks away, Clippers fans are curious to see how their front office will approach the period between now and February 5. On one hand, the Clippers are still below .500 and are tenth in the Western Conference.

Los Angeles Clippers News / thePeachBasket / January 22

What Are the Los Angeles Clippers Doing That No Other Team Is Doing?

Winning through adversity, not waiting for it to end Timeframe: December 20, 2025 to January 20, 2026, the Clippers surged from 6–21 to 19–24, going 13–3 during that stretch.

Ivica Zubac News / Total Pro Sports / January 22

Clippers Turn Down a First-Round Offer as Asking Price for Ivica Zubac Skyrockets

The NBA trade deadline is coming up shortly. And this means franchises will be busy trying to add quality players to their rosters. Of all the teams that will be shopping actively, the Los Angeles Clippers are expected to be one of them.

Los Angeles Clippers News / Last Word On Sports / January 21

Los Angeles Clippers: Best Trade Proposals For Rumored Targets

The Los Angeles Clippers have been surfing lately, riding a 13-3 record to recover their footing after a 6-21 start. Interestingly, they only began to ride their wave after waving goodbye to 21-year NBA veteran Chris Paul, who wore out his welcome in L.A.