Feb 23, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; LA Clippers guard Ben Simmons (25) in the second half against the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

Ben Simmons Unexpectedly Downgraded for Lakers-Clippers

Originally posted on Los Angeles Clippers on SI
By Liam Willerup | Last updated Mar 2, 2025 2:57 PM ET

The Los Angeles Clippers entered the All-Star break with a 31-23 record and looking well-positioned to secure a top-six seed in the Western Conference and avoid the play-in tournament. Since the All-Star break, they've lost four of their last five games and are in jeopardy of being passed by the Golden State Warriors.

After a tough loss to a shorthanded Los Angeles Lakers team on Friday night, the Clippers seek revenge on Sunday when they travel back to crypto.com Arena. Looking to avoid a loss that would tie them with the Warriors, and recent injury news indicates that a key rotational player could be unavailable.

This article first appeared on Los Angeles Clippers on SI and was syndicated with permission.

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