b Marcus Morris has been at center of Lakers' and Clippers' trade talks with Knicks By www.latimes.com Published On :: Wed, 5 Feb 2020 18:42:08 -0500 Both the Lakers and Clippers have engaged in trade talks with the New York Knicks for forward Marcus Morris, but will a deal be made before the deadline? Full Article
b Clippers shake off slow start and make 24 three-pointers to beat Heat By www.latimes.com Published On :: Thu, 6 Feb 2020 00:31:20 -0500 The Clippers shook off a slow start to beat the Miami Heat 128-111. Full Article
b Elliott: Clippers' best-case scenario: Add Marcus Morris, keep Landry Shamet By www.latimes.com Published On :: Thu, 6 Feb 2020 17:31:02 -0500 The Clippers added another scoring dimension by acquiring Knicks forward Marcus Morris and accomplished it with a minimum of disruption. Full Article
b Clippers continue title push by acquiring Marcus Morris By www.latimes.com Published On :: Thu, 6 Feb 2020 15:20:40 -0500 In a signal of going all-in for an NBA title, the Clippers pulled off a series of trades that culminated in the acquisition of Marcus Morris. Full Article
b Clippers' Marcus Morris not ruled out for Saturday, but debut might have to wait By www.latimes.com Published On :: Fri, 7 Feb 2020 21:54:58 -0500 The Clippers have their sites set on a championship run with the addition of forward Marcus Morris, but his debut might have to wait. Full Article
b Marcus Morris' debut comes in Clippers' record-setting rout of Cavaliers By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sun, 9 Feb 2020 21:57:24 -0500 In a 133-92 blowout win, the Clippers dealt Cleveland its largest margin of defeat at home in Cavaliers history as Marcus Morris had several highlight plays. Full Article
b LeBron James, Kawhi Leonard top list for U.S. team at 2020 Olympics By www.latimes.com Published On :: Mon, 10 Feb 2020 14:17:26 -0500 Lakers star LeBron James heads a list of 44 players nominated to represent the U.S. at the upcoming Summer Olympics. Others include Kawhi Leonard and Damian Lillard. Full Article
b Clippers know why they lost to 76ers: lack of ball movement By www.latimes.com Published On :: Wed, 12 Feb 2020 18:58:16 -0500 The box score would not have suggested a Clippers loss on Tuesday against the 76ers. But isolation play led to a stagnant offense late in the game. Full Article
b NBA fines Clippers' Paul George $35,000 for criticizing officials By www.latimes.com Published On :: Thu, 13 Feb 2020 15:15:19 -0500 The NBA fined Clippers forward Paul George $35,000 on Thursday for publicly criticizing officials after a loss in Philadelphia on Tuesday. Full Article
b No-call and injury to Paul George loom big in Clippers' 2OT loss to Celtics By www.latimes.com Published On :: Thu, 13 Feb 2020 21:40:09 -0500 The Celtics outlasted the Clippers, 141-133, in two overtimes in a result that, for Los Angeles, was overshadowed by a third injury to star forward Paul George's left hamstring in the last five weeks. Full Article
b Sights and sounds from the NBA 2020 All-Star media day By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sat, 15 Feb 2020 13:03:52 -0500 Here's some of what went down during NBA All-Star 2020 media day at United Center in Chicago. Full Article
b All-Star homecoming for Anthony Davis, Patrick Beverley By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sun, 16 Feb 2020 01:13:11 -0500 Lakers forward Anthony Davis and Clippers guard Patrick Beverley had a chance to visit their old haunts in Chicago, which last hosted the All-Star game in 1988. Full Article
b LeBron James, Anthony Davis and almost-Laker Kawhi Leonard show what might have been By www.latimes.com Published On :: Mon, 17 Feb 2020 01:58:24 -0500 LeBron James, Anthony Davis and Kawhi Leonard were all wearing the same uniform, Frank Vogel coaching on the sidelines and thought of what might have been. Full Article
b Markazi: Kawhi Leonard at forefront of new generation of stars mentored by Kobe Bryant By www.latimes.com Published On :: Mon, 17 Feb 2020 19:30:08 -0500 Clippers star Kawhi Leonard was one of several NBA stars who developed a close relationship with Lakers legend Kobe Bryant, who took pride in helping players. Full Article
b Team USA recognizes Clippers' Montrezl Harrell as gold standard in NBA By www.latimes.com Published On :: Mon, 17 Feb 2020 19:36:10 -0500 When USA Basketball announced last week 44 finalists in consideration for the 12-man team it will take to the 2020 Olympics, the Clippers' rising Montrezl Harrell was on the list. Full Article
b Breaking down the Lakers' and Clippers' biggest competition for the NBA championship By www.latimes.com Published On :: Tue, 18 Feb 2020 20:54:28 -0500 Giannis Antetokounmpo's outstanding skills are one reason why the Milwaukee Bucks are fully capable of beating the Lakers or Clippers for the NBA title. Full Article
b Clippers' NBA title ambitions initiated by last year's trade deadline deals By www.latimes.com Published On :: Tue, 18 Feb 2020 23:03:47 -0500 While Kawhi Leonard and Paul George certainly helped the Clippers' transformation into an NBA title contender, the team's trades from a year ago played a big role too. Full Article
b Health is Clippers' biggest obstacle to winning an NBA title By www.latimes.com Published On :: Wed, 19 Feb 2020 15:18:49 -0500 The Clippers are in third place in the West despite using 27 starting lineups and rarely having a healthy squad, so there's hope things improve soon. Full Article
b Sportsbooks make Lakers and Clippers co-favorites to win the West By www.latimes.com Published On :: Thu, 20 Feb 2020 10:43:42 -0500 Oddsmakers are giving Milwaukee the best chance to win the NBA championship, but that will change when the West winner is known. Full Article
b Lakers-Clippers game postponed by Kobe Bryant's death has been rescheduled for April 9 By www.latimes.com Published On :: Fri, 21 Feb 2020 17:39:58 -0500 Nearly one month after the death of Kobe Bryant, the NBA announced the Lakers and Clippers will play a rescheduled game on April 9. Full Article
b How Staples Center will transform from Kobe Bryant memorial to NBA game in just hours By www.latimes.com Published On :: Fri, 21 Feb 2020 20:38:49 -0500 Monday's schedule of events at Staples Center will begin with the Kobe and Gianna Bryant memorial and end with a Clippers game. In between comes plenty of work. Full Article
b Quiet Kawhi Leonard speaks loudly with backpack initiative for Clippers fans By www.latimes.com Published On :: Thu, 27 Feb 2020 20:57:48 -0500 Fans attending the Clippers game Friday will each receive a backpack with a note from Leonard to use the bag as an agent of change for a good cause. Full Article
b Clippers owner Steve Ballmer in negotiations to buy the Forum By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sun, 1 Mar 2020 21:54:00 -0500 Clippers owner Steve Ballmer is in negotiations with the owner of the Forum to purchase the Inglewood arena, according to a person familiar with the talks. Full Article
b Steve Ballmer could buy his way out of his Clippers arena problems By www.latimes.com Published On :: Mon, 2 Mar 2020 20:22:06 -0500 By effectively buying out MSG's opposition Ballmer would clear a significant obstacle in the path of starting construction on a new arena for the Clippers. Full Article
b Clippers confident about options against Rockets' small-ball lineup By www.latimes.com Published On :: Wed, 4 Mar 2020 20:08:45 -0500 The Clippers viewed their victory against Oklahoma City as an example of why they're confident to play either on Houston's terms or set their own Thursday. Full Article
b Clippers center Ivica Zubac makes presence felt in win over Rockets By www.latimes.com Published On :: Fri, 6 Mar 2020 01:57:11 -0500 The Clippers' 120-105 rout of Houston was many things: a sixth consecutive win, a defensive showcase for three quarters and a muscular step toward the postseason. Full Article
b Best Game Ever: Paul George punctuated playoff win with devastating dunk By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sat, 7 Mar 2020 10:00:12 -0500 Paul George was in his third season in the NBA when he led the Indiana Pacers to a win over LeBron James' Miami Heat in Game 2 of the conference finals. Full Article
b Clippers' Marcus Morris takes the blame after missing all of his shots against Lakers By www.latimes.com Published On :: Mon, 9 Mar 2020 19:39:33 -0400 Marcus Morris has struggled with his shooting since joining the Clippers, and after a tough outing against the Lakers, he's blaming no one but himself. Full Article
b Clippers give Warriors a beatdown in quieter than normal setting By www.latimes.com Published On :: Wed, 11 Mar 2020 01:01:55 -0400 The Clippers rout the Golden State Warriors 131-107 in front of a light crowd possibly due to the coronavirus outbreak. Full Article
b Analysis: With Clippers' momentum derailed, can team still be a contender? By www.latimes.com Published On :: Tue, 17 Mar 2020 12:43:51 -0400 The Clippers spent two years building a contender around Kawhi Leonard and Paul George. Can they still compete for a title if the NBA season resumes? Full Article
b Clippers buy Forum for $400 million, clearing way for new arena construction By www.latimes.com Published On :: Tue, 24 Mar 2020 19:21:36 -0400 Clippers owner Steve Ballmer on Tuesday reached an agreement to purchase the Forum from Madison Square Garden Co. for $400 million in cash. Full Article
b Clippers owner Steve Ballmer helps donate $25 million to fight the coronavirus By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sat, 28 Mar 2020 00:13:27 -0400 A philanthropic group founded by Clippers owner Steve Ballmer and his wife says it has pledged more than $25 million toward the coronavirus outbreak. Full Article
b NBA 2K players tournament to feature Kevin Durant, two Clippers By www.latimes.com Published On :: Tue, 31 Mar 2020 15:57:22 -0400 Sixteen NBA players, including Kevin Durant, Patrick Beverley and Montrezl Harrell, will take part in an ESPN-televised NBA 2K tournament that begins Friday. Full Article
b Clippers' Patrick Beverley favorite to win NBA 2K Players Tournament By www.latimes.com Published On :: Mon, 6 Apr 2020 18:37:45 -0400 One round into the 16-team, ESPN-televised tournament, 14th-seeded Clippers guard Patrick Beverley is the betting favorite to win. Full Article
b NBA 2K Players Tournament to resume Thursday with quarterfinals By www.latimes.com Published On :: Tue, 7 Apr 2020 21:36:15 -0400 The quarterfinal round of the league's players-only NBA 2K video-game tournament will resume Thursday with quarterfinals that were originally set for Tuesday. Full Article
b NBA and WNBA stars to compete in televised H-O-R-S-E games on home courts By www.latimes.com Published On :: Thu, 9 Apr 2020 12:38:44 -0400 The opening round of virtual H-O-R-S-E games will air on ESPN beginning Sunday at 4 p.m., with players shooting from their home basketball courts. Full Article
b Clippers could be a picture of health if NBA season resumes By www.latimes.com Published On :: Thu, 9 Apr 2020 17:33:19 -0400 From stars Kawhi Leonard and Paul George to reserves Reggie Jackson and newcomer Joakim Noah, health is expected to be a strength for the Clippers. Full Article
b Clippers' Patrick Beverley is himself again in 'NBA2K' tournament quarterfinal win By www.latimes.com Published On :: Fri, 10 Apr 2020 00:25:04 -0400 Clippers teammates Patrick Beverley and Montrezl Harrell stay alive in the "NBA2K" charity tournament. Full Article
b 'NBA 2K' Players Tournament could be more than one-time event By www.latimes.com Published On :: Fri, 10 Apr 2020 20:39:36 -0400 Positive initial feedback from the "NBA 2K" Players Tournament suggests it could be a viable alternative moving forward, organizers said. Full Article
b Patrick Beverley abruptly walks out after losing in 'NBA 2K' Players Tournament By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sun, 12 Apr 2020 00:11:48 -0400 Clippers' Patrick Beverley quickly walks off camera after being swept by Phoenix's Deandre Ayton in "NBA 2K" Players Tournament. Devin Booker takes the title. Full Article
b Los planes de la NBA para reanudar la temporada, mantener el draft y la agencia libre siguen siendo inciertos By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sun, 12 Apr 2020 17:21:19 -0400 En medio del brote de coronavirus, la NBA no ha decidido cuándo podría reiniciar la temporada, o si el draft y la agencia libre se llevarán a cabo según lo programado Full Article
b Markazi: Patrick Beverley playing 'Call of Duty' and aiming to win the wait By www.latimes.com Published On :: Tue, 14 Apr 2020 19:47:34 -0400 In between 'NBA 2K' games and rounds of 'Call of Duty,' Clippers guard Patrick Beverley is focused on staying ready for the NBA's potential return. Full Article
b Clippers executive Mark Hughes to interview for Bulls' GM job By www.latimes.com Published On :: Wed, 15 Apr 2020 15:21:20 -0400 Mark Hughes, a Clippers assistant general manager who joined the team in 2017, will interview for the Chicago Bulls' general manager job, sources say. Full Article
b Mark Hughes, a finalist for Bulls GM job, plays key role for Clippers By www.latimes.com Published On :: Tue, 28 Apr 2020 15:10:42 -0400 Since arriving in 2017, assistant GM Mark Hughes has risen in the Clippers' ranks, filling many roles suited to his personality and skills. Full Article
b Clippers' window to win NBA title is smaller than you might think By www.latimes.com Published On :: Thu, 30 Apr 2020 15:07:41 -0400 The Clippers became NBA championship contenders with Kawhi Leonard and Paul George, but after this season, if there is one, some key players could leave. Full Article
b Clippers coach Doc Rivers speaks to Rams players about leadership and winning By www.latimes.com Published On :: Thu, 30 Apr 2020 23:15:16 -0400 Clippers coach Doc Rivers spent time Thursday speaking to Rams players and answering questions about winning through teamwork. Full Article
b Markazi: How Staples Center officials hustled to put on Kobe Bryant's memorial By www.latimes.com Published On :: Wed, 26 Feb 2020 17:38:15 -0500 Lee Zeidman didn't know when Kobe Bryant's memorial would be but he knew there was only one place it should be held: Staples Center. Full Article
b LeBron James to sit out Lakers game against Warriors on Thursday By www.latimes.com Published On :: Wed, 26 Feb 2020 20:08:57 -0500 LeBron James will not play in the Lakers' game against the Golden State Warriors on Thursday night in San Francisco because of a strained groin. Full Article
b WNBA lost a huge supporter in Kobe Bryant. Who will step up? By www.latimes.com Published On :: Thu, 27 Feb 2020 07:00:58 -0500 Kobe Bryant "walked the walk," as WNBA star Nneka Ogwumike said, in supporting women's sports, particularly basketball. Can his void be filled? Full Article
b With LeBron James out, Anthony Davis leads way in Lakers' win By www.latimes.com Published On :: Fri, 28 Feb 2020 01:24:51 -0500 Anthony Davis finished with 23 points and six rebounds as the Lakers won their seventh straight game in a win over the injury-plagued Golden State Warriors. Full Article