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Kawhi Leonard, James Harden Lied About Role in Chris Paul’s Exit From Clippers – Report

When the Los Angeles Clippers unexpectedly sent future Hall of Famer Chris Paul home on Wednesday, James Harden and Kawhi Leonard were quick to say they had nothing to do with the decision.

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Report: James Harden was not in favor of Chris Paul joining Clippers

James Harden was not exactly campaigning for a Chris Paul reunion. According to Kevin O’Connor of Yahoo Sports, Harden did not want the Clippers to sign Paul, a stance rooted in their rocky history together in Houston.

Los Angeles Clippers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 5

Clippers rumors: James Harden ‘opposed’ LA signing Chris Paul during offseason

The fallout over the LA Clippers letting Chris Paul go abruptly in his final NBA season continues to worsen. According to reports, James Harden allegedly expressed disagreement at the idea of the Clippers signing Paul in the first place, per Kevin O’Connor of The Kevin O’Connor Show on Yahoo Sports.

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The 'NBA Assist Champions since 1976-77' quiz

How many of the players to win the NBA's assist title since the NBA/ABA merger in 1976-77 season can you name in five minutes?

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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?

Los Angeles Clippers News / Hoops Wire / December 4

James Harden, Kawhi Leonard surprised by Clippers’ decision on Chris Paul

The Clippers woke up to a shock on Wednesday and so did their stars. Kawhi Leonard and James Harden said they were blindsided to learn that Chris Paul was suddenly out of the picture after a late-night meeting between Paul and team president Lawrence Frank in the Atlanta team hotel.

Los Angeles Clippers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 4

Even Clippers’ James Harden was surprised by Chris Paul news

The Los Angeles Clippers are the talk of the town, albeit for the wrong reason, after letting go of Chris Paul—a move that caught the veteran playmaker and the entire league off-guard.

Los Angeles Clippers News / Field Level Media / December 3

James Harden, Kawhi Leonard help Clippers beat Hawks to end skid

James Harden and Kawhi Leonard combined to score 58 points to help the visiting Los Angeles Clippers end their five-game losing streak with a 115-92 victory over the Atlanta Hawks on Wednesday.

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Los Angeles Clippers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 3

Clippers rumors: Ivica Zubac more coveted on trade market than Kawhi Leonard, James Harden

There could be more changes coming from the side of the Los Angeles Clippers following the team’s sudden divorce with future Basketball Hall of Famer Chris Paul, who is widely regarded as the best player to ever don the franchise’s colors.

Los Angeles Clippers 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.

Miami Heat News / Miami Heat on SI / December 2

James Harden crushed as Bam Adebayo leads Miami Heat charge

The Miami Heat dominated the Los Angeles Clippers from start to finish in route to a 140-123 victory. The Heat drained 24 threes to tie a franchise record.

Los Angeles Clippers 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.

NBA News / Miami Heat on SI / November 30