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The Los Angeles Clippers' dramatic turnaround has taken a few baby steps backward. They'll try to regain their footing when they host the improving New Orleans Pelicans on Sunday night.

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Darius Garland's Clippers Debut Coming at the Perfect Time

The Los Angeles Clippers have 18 games on their schedule in March. That is the most games any team has played in a month since 2017. This stretch includes four sets of back-to-backs and doesn't include more than a day of rest between any game, making this a make-or-break month for the 27-31 LA Clippers.

Kawhi Leonard News / Los Angeles Clippers on SI / March 1

Offseason Kawhi Leonard Trade Destination Is Hiding in Plain Sight

The Los Angeles Clippers are approaching a pivotal decision regarding Kawhi Leonard and his future with the team this summer. The former two-time Finals MVP will be entering the final year of his contract this offseason and is posting career-best scoring numbers of 28 points per game this season.

Darius Garland News / Hoops Wire / February 28

Darius Garland targeting Monday for Clippers debut

Darius Garland is nearing his return. The two-time All-Star guard is targeting Monday night’s game at Golden State to make his debut with the Clippers, according to NBA insider Chris Haynes.

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Darius Garland News / Hoops Rumors / February 28

Darius Garland Expects To Play Monday

Darius Garland is targeting Monday night’s game at Golden State to make his Clippers debut, according to NBA on Prime insider Chris Haynes (Twitter link).

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The 23 best NBA players with exactly one All-Star appearance

The NBA is a league built on the backs of its stars. Every now and then, guys in the NBA will raise their play to All-Star level, and sometimes, that run only lasts for one season.

Darius Garland News / Last Word On Sports / February 28

Clippers’ Darius Garland To Make Debut In Cross-State Rivalry

LOS ANGELES — Darius Garland will make his Los Angeles Clippers debut on Monday against the Golden State Warriors, according to NBA insider Chris B. Haynes.

Kawhi Leonard News / Athlon Sports / February 28

Kawhi Leonard Injury Update Emerges After 1 Missed Game

Kawhi Leonard was out of action for the Los Angeles Clippers in their last game. With their superstar sidelined, L.A. suffered a 94-88 defeat against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Thursday.

Bennedict Mathurin News / Last Word On Sports / February 28

Bennedict Mathurin’s Growth Could Elevate The LA Clippers

Bennedict Mathurin‘s growth could elevate the LA Clippers if he addresses the weaknesses in his game. He has been putting up solid performances since joining the Clippers at the trade deadline.

NBA News / The SportsRush / February 28

Byron Scott: Clippers Will Never Win a Title After How They Treated Chris Paul

Although the Los Angeles Clippers have recovered from a 6-21 record, they are still short of being a contender in the Western Conference. If that wasn’t enough, they have received immense backlash for their falling out with franchise legend Chris Paul.

Kawhi Leonard News / Los Angeles Clippers on SI / February 28

3 Most Important Clippers Down the Stretch Not Named Kawhi Leonard

And then there was one. Two years ago this time, Kawhi Leonard could glance over his left or right shoulder, and chances are he'd see someone good enough for a trip to Springfield someday.

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20 NBA superstars who carried awful teams the farthest

Good players tend to succeed in the NBA. Sometimes, though, they find themselves in terrible situations but still find ways to over-achieve. These are the 20 players who carried the worst NBA teams.

Los Angeles Clippers News / Los Angeles Clippers on SI / February 28

Yanic Konan Niederhauser Already On His Way to Filling Ivica Zubac's Shoes

Yanic Konan Niederhauser is making his case to Clippers head coach Tyronn Lue. Leading up to the trade deadline, the 30th-overall pick was an afterthought in LA's rotation.

Darius Garland News / Los Angeles Clippers on SI / February 27

Projecting Clippers Depth Chart After Darius Garland's Return

The Los Angeles Clippers underwent a major roster shakeup at the trade deadline, dealing away James Harden to the Cleveland Cavaliers and Ivica Zubac to the Indiana Pacers.

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Kawhi Leonard News / Total Apex Sports / February 27

The Clippers Can’t Afford to Lose Kawhi Leonard — And They Just Did

The Los Angeles Clippers are walking a tightrope, and Thursday night, their safety net sat out. Kawhi Leonard — the franchise cornerstone, the two-time Finals MVP, the guy the entire Clippers offense runs through — was ruled out of Thursday’s matchup against the Minnesota Timberwolves with left ankle soreness.

Darius Garland News / Los Angeles Clippers on SI / February 27

Darius Garland Has Message for Clippers Fans Ahead of Much-Anticipated Return

Los Angeles Clippers fans have been desperately awaiting Darius Garland's debut. The trade deadline acquisition has yet to suit up for the Clippers, as he is recovering from a toe injury.

NBA News / Field Level Media / February 27

Timberwolves hold down Kawhi Leonard-less Clippers

Anthony Edwards scored 31 points and Donte DiVincenzo added 18 as the Minnesota Timberwolves shook off the short-handed Los Angeles Clippers to earn a 94-88 victory on Thursday in Inglewood, Calif.

Darius Garland News / Hoops Wire / February 26

Clippers newcomer Darius Garland getting close: ‘He’s looked really good’

The wait continues for Darius Garland. But it’s getting closer. The new Clippers point guard participated in a 5-on-5 scrimmage Tuesday as he works his way back from lingering toe issues, as relayed by Janis Carr of the Orange County Register.

Jason Preston News / The Lead / February 26

Jason Preston’s NBA Journey Has Become About Helping Others

Jason Preston thought reaching the NBA was the dream. He later realized his real purpose was helping others reach theirs. When Preston was selected with the 33rd pick in the 2021 NBA Draft, his journey to the league felt like the ultimate destination.

Los Angeles Clippers News / Hardwood Heroics / February 26