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Kawhi Leonard Kawhi leads Clippers to comeback win over Pistons
Sat, Jan 10, 2026, 4:20 PM
Kawhi Leonard led the Clippers to an impressive 98-92 comeback win over the Pistons on Saturday, amassing a game-high 26 points (8-of-13 FGs, 6-of-9 FTs), eight rebounds, one assist and three steals over 30 minutes.
Analysis: Leonard, who has been playing through a lingering ankle issue, was the primary reason the Clippers were able to erase a near 20-point deficit after stumbling out of the gate on the second night of a back-to-back. Los Angeles got off to a sluggish start, scoring just 14 points in the opening quarter, but it was Leonard who led the way in the second half, scoring 14 of his 26 points in the final two quarters. The 34-year-old superstar has provided first-round value on a per-game basis this season, averaging 27.8 points, 6.4 rebounds, 3.5 assists, 2.2 steals and 0.7 blocks through 28 games. The Clippers have three games on tap next week including matchups against the Hornets, Wizards and Raptors. |
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John Collins Collins tallies 25/6/1/5/3 line in comeback win
Sat, Jan 10, 2026, 4:15 PM
John Collins accumulated 25 points (9-of-14 FGs, 2-of-4 FTs), six rebounds, one assist, five steals and three blocks over 37 minutes in Saturday's win over the Pistons.
Analysis: It's taken longer than originally anticipated but the Clippers have finally started to figure out how to incorporate Collins into their offense as he's scored 18 points or more in four of his last six games since January 1. The 28-year-old big man delivered an impressive all-around stat sheet stuffing performance in this one with eight stocks ??" five steals and three blocks ??" to help fuel Los Angeles' second-half comeback. He's supplied first-round fantasy value over the past two weeks, averaging 17.6 points, 6.1 boards, 0.4 assists, 1.3 steals and 2.1 blocks over his last seven games. |
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James Harden Harden notches 19 points, seven assists in win
Sat, Jan 10, 2026, 4:15 PM
James Harden finished Saturday's win over the Pistons with 19 points (4-of-20 FGs, 10-of-11 FTs), seven rebounds, seven assists and three steals over 37 minutes.
Analysis: Harden did most of his damage in the second half, scoring 14 of his 19 points in the final two quarters, after Los Angeles got off to an agonizingly slow start in this road matchup. The managed to salvage an abysmal shooting performance on the second night of a back-to-back by getting to the line a whopping 11 times. It's been another vintage Harden season so far as he's averaging 25.6 points, 4.8 rebounds, 7.9 assists, 1.3 steals and 0.3 blocks through 35 games. |
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Kawhi Leonard Kawhi Leonard (ankle) available Saturday vs. DET
Sat, Jan 10, 2026, 12:26 PM
Law Murray
Kawhi Leonard (ankle) is available for Saturday's game against the Pistons.
Analysis: For the third straight time, Leonard will be available for both games of a Clippers back-to-back. While Jordan Miller misses out on a chance to start, he may play a bit more if the Clippers look to manage Leonard's playing time. |
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Kawhi Leonard Kawhi Leonard (ankle) questionable vs. Detroit
Sat, Jan 10, 2026, 6:59 AM
Law Murray
Kawhi Leonard (ankle) is questionable to play against the Pistons on Saturday.
Analysis: After scoring 26 points on Friday, Leonard will be questionable for the second leg of the Clippers' back-to-back. Kawhi has played in their last two back-to-backs, and if he is unavailable for this game, Jordan Miller has a good chance to start after scoring 21 points in 27 minutes on Friday. |
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Kawhi Leonard Kawhi Leonard has 26 points, four threes in win
Fri, Jan 9, 2026, 4:12 PM
Kawhi Leonard had 26 points (9-of-15 FGs, 4-of-4 FTs), five rebounds, five assists, three steals, one block and four three-pointers against the Nets on Friday.
Analysis: Leonard played through a sprained ankle and had 26 points and four threes in the win over the Nets on Friday. The season is slipping away for the Clippers at 14-23, 11th in the Western Conference. Leonard's availability for Saturday's game against the Pistons could be in question as he's dealing with the ankle injury and it's the second night of a back-to-back. |
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James Harden James Harden has 31/4/6 line in win over Nets
Fri, Jan 9, 2026, 4:11 PM
James Harden had 31 points (10-of-13 FGs, 8-of-8 FTs), four rebounds, six assists, one steal, two blocks and three three-pointers in the Clippers' 121-105 victory over the Nets on Friday.
Analysis: Harden put the Clippers on his back Friday, leading the team with 31 points. The 36-year-old point guard impressively and effortlessly carved up the Nets defense, shooting 10-of-13 from the field. That will help make up for his 6-of-17 game against the Knicks earlier this week. Harden is 18th-overall in per game value this year. The Clippers will be in Detroit Saturday as they take on the Pistons on the second night of a back-to-back. |
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Kawhi Leonard Kawhi Leonard (ankle) available Friday vs. BKN
Fri, Jan 9, 2026, 12:24 PM
Law Murray
Kawhi Leonard (ankle) is available for Friday's game against the Nets.
Analysis: Initially questionable for Friday's game, Leonard is good to go. Given the matchup, this could be a big night for the Clippers' forward, provided his ankle doesn't give him any trouble. |
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Kawhi Leonard Kawhi Leonard (ankle) questionable Friday vs. BKN
Thu, Jan 8, 2026, 11:11 AM
NBA Injury Report
Kawhi Leonard (ankle) is questionable for Friday's game against the Nets.
Analysis: Leonard is dealing with a sprained right ankle, but it was the left foot and ankle that kept him out of the lineup for ten games in November. He hasn't missed a game since, but Friday's game is the first of two in as many nights for the Clippers, who visit the Pistons on Saturday. If Leonard sits out the matchup with Brooklyn, Kobe Sanders could be called on to make his second spot start of the week. He scored a career-high 20 in Monday's win over the Warriors, filling in for James Harden. |
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Kawhi Leonard Kawhi Leonard goes quiet after hot first half
Wed, Jan 7, 2026, 4:38 PM
Law Murray
Kawhi Leonard accounted for 25 points (10-of-20 FGs, 2-of-3 FTs), three rebounds, four assists, three steals and three three-pointers in Wednesday's loss to the Knicks.
Analysis: While he was not on track to duplicate his 55-point effort against the Pistons on December 28, Leonard started very well on Wednesday. He scored 21 first-half points, likely causing many fantasy managers to envision another big night for the Clippers forward. Leonard would only score four points after halftime, shooting 2-of-7 from the field. While some of his teammates knocked down shots in the third quarter, Leonard's failure to score in the fourth quarter helped the Clippers fall off the pace. Friday's matchup with the Nets looks like a good one for Leonard to bounce back from a disappointing second half at MSG. |
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Ivica Zubac Ivica Zubac posts 22/11/2/0/2 line vs. New York
Wed, Jan 7, 2026, 4:37 PM
Ivica Zubac produced 22 points (11-of-14 FGs), 11 rebounds, two assists and two blocks in Wednesday's loss to the Knicks.
Analysis: After attempting three shots from the field in his return to the starting lineup on Monday, Zubac was far more involved on Wednesday. The 14 attempts were the most he's had in a game since December 11 (six games played), and Zubac finished with his first double-double with at least 20 points since November 23. With Zubac playing starters' minutes, now is the time for the few who still have Brook Lopez rostered to move on. He played 16 minutes off the bench on Wednesday, finishing with six points (2-of-8 FGs), one block and two three-pointers. |
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James Harden James Harden produces 23 points, nine assists
Wed, Jan 7, 2026, 4:37 PM
James Harden finished Wednesday's loss to the Knicks with 23 points (6-of-17 FGs, 7-of-7 FTs), three rebounds, nine assists, one steal and four three-pointers.
Analysis: Back in the lineup after sitting out Monday's win over the Warriors, Harden got back on track with his three-point shot in New York. After shooting 1-of-6 from three in each of his previous three games, The Beard made four of his seven attempts against the Knicks. Unfortunately for Harden and those who have him rostered, he was 2-of-10 from two. While the overall stat line was solid, the field-goal percentage took a hit in Harden's first game of Week 12. |
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James Harden James Harden (shoulder) available vs. New York
Wed, Jan 7, 2026, 12:08 PM
Ian Begley
James Harden (shoulder) is available to play against the Knicks on Wednesday.
Analysis: Harden was upgraded to probable earlier in the day, so his availability is expected. He will be back after missing Monday's game against Golden State. Kobe Sanders, who started in his place, will head back to the bench and lose the streaming value he held. |
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James Harden James Harden (shoulder) upgraded to probable
Wed, Jan 7, 2026, 7:24 AM
NBA Injury Report
James Harden (shoulder) has been upgraded to probable for Wednesday's matchup with the Knicks.
Analysis: Harden sat out Monday's win over Golden State, but he's expected to return following a one-game absence. Harden's return should push rookie Kobe Sanders back to the bench after a productive spot start. |
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James Harden James Harden (shoulder) questionable Wednesday
Tue, Jan 6, 2026, 11:26 AM
NBA Injury Report
James Harden (shoulder) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Knicks.
Analysis: Harden did not play in Monday's win over the Warriors, allowing Kobe Sanders to start and have the best night of his rookie season. He'll likely remain in the starting five if Harden can't return for the first game of the Clippers' road trip. |
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Ivica Zubac Zubac starts, records double-double vs. Warriors
Mon, Jan 5, 2026, 7:16 PM
Ivica Zubac returned to the starting lineup on Monday and finished with 10 points (1-of-3 FGs, 8-of-8 FTs), 11 rebounds, three assists and one block against the Warriors.
Analysis: Zubac came off the bench in his first game back following a five-game absence, but he was back in the starting lineup for this one. He did most of his scoring at the free throw line, but he was immediately able to record a double-double in his first game back with a normal workload. Zubac will get back to being a strong fantasy option now that he is healthy and available. He'll look to have another strong performance against the Knicks on Wednesday. |
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Kawhi Leonard Kawhi Leonard leads Clippers with 24/12/5 line
Mon, Jan 5, 2026, 7:10 PM
Kawhi Leonard led the Clippers with 24 points (10-of-25 FGs), 12 rebounds, five assists, one steal, two blocks and five turnovers in a 103-102 win over the Warriors on Monday.
Analysis: Leonard missed all eight of his three-point attempts, and the turnovers weren't pretty, but this was an otherwise strong performance from Kawhi. However, in comparison to his recent stretch, this was an underwhelming outing from him. Leonard has been one of the best per-game players in fantasy basketball this season, and as long as he remains healthy, that should continue. He'll look to stay hot in New York on Wednesday. |
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James Harden James Harden (shoulder) out Monday vs. Warriors
Mon, Jan 5, 2026, 3:05 PM
James Harden (shoulder) is out for Monday's game against the Warriors.
Analysis: Harden was ruled out after being added to the injury report Monday afternoon as questionable with a sore right shoulder. The 36-year-old point guard will miss the matchup against the Warriors, his first absence since December 18 against the Thunder. Kris Dunn could move into the starting lineup with Harden sidelined. |
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Ivica Zubac Ivica Zubac returns to starting lineup vs. GSW
Mon, Jan 5, 2026, 2:27 PM
Tomer Azarly
Ivica Zubac will start against the Warriors on Monday.
Analysis: Zubac came off the bench in his return from a five-game absence on Saturday and logged 20 minutes. He'll return to the starting unit in his second game back, which will likely push Brook Lopez to the bench. Lopez will lose the streaming value he held and should be returned to the waiver wire. |
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James Harden James Harden (shoulder) questionable Monday
Mon, Jan 5, 2026, 9:10 AM
NBA Injury Report
James Harden (shoulder) is questionable for Monday's matchup with the Warriors.
Analysis: Harden is dealing with right shoulder soreness, and his late addition to the injury report does not bode well for his availability against Golden State. If Harden is unable to take the court, Kris Dunn would likely be the next man up in Los Angeles' rotation. |
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