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Kawhi Leonard Kawhi Leonard (knee) scores 24 in 25 minutes
Thu, Jan 22, 2026, 6:50 PM
Kawhi Leonard (knee) amassed 24 points (9-of-19 FGs, 3-of-3 FTs), five rebounds, four assists, one steal and three three-pointers in Thursday's win over the Lakers.
Analysis: Back in action after a three-game absence, Leonard was limited to 25 minutes on Thursday. He made the most of his time on the floor, averaging nearly one point per minute and finishing a blocked shot shy of a complete stat line. With the Clippers not having a back-to-back until the end of Week 15, hopefully that means Leonard will be able to get into a rhythm and not worry about taking an injury management night. Kobe Sanders came off the bench on Thursday, finishing with 11 points (4-of-6 FGs), four rebounds, one assist, one steal and three three-pointers in 24 minutes. |
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Ivica Zubac Ivica Zubac records 18 points, 19 rebounds vs. LAL
Thu, Jan 22, 2026, 6:49 PM
Ivica Zubac accounted for 18 points (7-of-13 FGs, 4-of-4 FTs), 19 rebounds and one steal in Thursday's win over the Lakers.
Analysis: For the first time since late November, Zubac has hit double digits in rebounds in five consecutive games. The 19 boards accumulated on Thursday weren't a career-high, but they were a season-high for the 7-footer. Decreased scoring production has negatively affected Zubac's fantasy value this season, but there have also been decreases in rebounds, steals and blocked shots. While he remains a top-100 player in eight- and nine-cat formats, Zubac's fantasy ceiling has been lower than many expected. |
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James Harden James Harden posts 18 points, 10 assists vs. LAL
Thu, Jan 22, 2026, 6:49 PM
James Harden finished Thursday's win over the Lakers with 18 points (6-of-21 FGs, 4-of-4 FTs), seven rebounds, 10 assists, two steals and two three-pointers.
Analysis: While Harden finished with a double-double and solid production in the rebound category, fantasy managers took a beating from an efficiency standpoint. In addition to a 6-of-21 night from the field, the Clippers' point guard recorded seven turnovers. Over his last two games, Harden has been responsible for 16 assists and 13 turnovers. While the track record shows that high-turnover nights are going to happen because of Harden's usage, combining that with a supbar shooting night can be challenging for some fantasy managers to overcome. |
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Kawhi Leonard LAC starts Harden, Dunn, Leonard, Collins, Zubac
Thu, Jan 22, 2026, 3:34 PM
Justin Russo
James Harden, Kris Dunn, Kawhi Leonard, John Collins and Ivica Zubac will start Thursday's game against the Lakers.
Analysis: After a three-game absence, Leonard is available and back in the starting lineup. His return means that Kobe Sanders will head back to the bench, where he offers minimal fantasy value in redraft leagues. That's the lone change to the starting lineup. |
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Kawhi Leonard Kawhi Leonard (knee) available vs. Lakers
Thu, Jan 22, 2026, 2:46 PM
Chris Haynes
Kawhi Leonard (ankle) is available to play against the Lakers on Thursday.
Analysis: Kawhi will return to the lineup after missing the last three games for the Clippers. Kobe Sanders has been starting in his place but should head back to the bench with Leonard available. |
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Kawhi Leonard Kawhi Leonard (knee) questionable Thursday vs. LAL
Wed, Jan 21, 2026, 2:09 PM
Justin Russo
Kawhi Leonard (knee) is questionable for Thursday's game against the Lakers.
Analysis: Leonard has missed the Clippers' last three games with a left knee contusion, resulting in rookie Kobe Sanders stepping in as the fifth starter. Sanders will retain that role if Leonard can't return on Thursday, and he would be worth considering as a streamer in deep leagues. |
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John Collins John Collins has 23 points, five threes in loss
Tue, Jan 20, 2026, 5:02 PM
John Collins had 23 points (9-of-12 FGs), one assist and five three-pointers in Tuesday's loss to the Bulls.
Analysis: Collins is averaging 5.0 rebounds on the season, but he had none in 24 minutes against the Bulls on Tuesday. The 28-year-old power forward's line lacked meaningful contribution in every category but points and three-pointers. It was a down game for Collins, who has provided second-round per game value over the last two weeks. The Clippers will play the Lakers and Nets at home later this week. |
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James Harden James Harden has 24/5/6 line in loss to Bulls
Tue, Jan 20, 2026, 4:53 PM
James Harden had 24 points (9-of-25 FGs, 3-of-3 FTs), five rebounds, six assists and three three-pointers in Tuesday's loss to the Bulls.
Analysis: Harden entered play with at least 31 points in three of his last four games. Scoring didn't come as easily for the 36-year-old point guard on Tuesday. Harden was hardly efficient against the Bulls with 24 points on 25 field goal attempts. He had just three made free throws after having made at least seven free throws in seven consecutive games entering play Tuesday. Harden will continue to be the leading man for the Clippers with Kawhi Leonard (knee) out, which raises his fantasy ceiling. He's provided 13th-overall per game value over the last two weeks. The Clippers return home on Thursday to play the Lakers. |
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Ivica Zubac Ivica Zubac corrals 12 rebounds vs. Wizards
Mon, Jan 19, 2026, 11:55 AM
Ivica Zubac tallied 14 points (7-of-10 FGs), 12 rebounds, one assist and one blocked shot in Monday's win over the Wizards.
Analysis: For the first time in two weeks, Zubac has recorded double-doubles in consecutive games. The Clippers' center was responsible for five turnovers, but many post players struggle with that category. Since returning from a sprained ankle, Zubac has hit double digits in rebounds in five of the eight games he's played. If he's held out of Tuesday's game against the Bulls, Brook Lopez (six points, four steals and one blocked shot) would be the next man up. |
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Jordan Miller Jordan Miller posts 16/5/3/4/1 line vs. WAS
Mon, Jan 19, 2026, 11:54 AM
Jordan Miller amassed 16 points (5-of-11 FGs, 6-of-8 FTs), five rebounds, three assists, four steals and one blocked shot in Monday's win over the Wizards.
Analysis: The Clippers won't have Kawhi Leonard for the end of their road trip, opening up additional opportunities for the team's supporting cast. While Kobe Sanders (8/3/1 with two three-pointers) made the start, Miller was more productive off the bench. Given how the playing time is being handled, it isn't easy to fully trust Sanders or Miller as streaming options. However, both have shown at various points this season that they're capable contributors. |
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James Harden James Harden hits 18 free throws, scores 36 points
Mon, Jan 19, 2026, 11:54 AM
James Harden accounted for 36 points (9-of-17 FGs, 18-of-20 FTs), seven rebounds, nine assists, one steal and one blocked shot in Monday's win over the Wizards.
Analysis: Harden didn't have it from beyond the arc on Monday, as he missed all five of his attempts. However, he shot 75 percent from two and wore a beaten path to the foul line, attempting 20 free throws. With Kawhi Leonard (knee) out, even more of the offensive responsibilities fall on Harden's shoulders. And he's capable of taking over, as he did during Monday's victory. The Clippers visit the Bulls on Tuesday in the final game of their road trip. |
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John Collins LAC starts Harden, Dunn, Sanders, Collins, Zubac
Mon, Jan 19, 2026, 8:48 AM
NBA Lineups
James Harden, Kris Dunn, Kobe Sanders, John Collins and Ivica Zubac will start Monday's game against the Wizards.
Analysis: After being used in a reserve role for Friday's win over the Raptors, Collins is back in the Clippers' starting lineup. Nicolas Batum heads back to the bench, which lowers an already-low fantasy ceiling. Batum should not be rosteredin redraft leagues. |
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Kawhi Leonard Kawhi Leonard (ankle) out at least two more games
Sun, Jan 18, 2026, 6:18 AM
Chris B. Haynes
According to NBA insider Chris B. Haynes, Kawhi Leonard has been sent home from the team's current road trip, and he will be re-evaluated on Wednesday.
Analysis: The Clippers lost to the Raptors in OT on Friday, and they'll finish up their three-game road trip with matchups against the Wizards on Monday and the Bulls on Tuesday. Leonard's absence will free up more playing time for Kobe Sanders and Jordan Miller. |
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Jordan Miller Jordan Miller has 19 points in win over Raptors
Fri, Jan 16, 2026, 4:51 PM
Jordan Miller had 19 points (8-of-11 FGs), two rebounds, six assists, four steals and three three-pointers against the Raptors on Friday.
Analysis: With the Clippers missing starters in each of the last two games, Miller has shown he can produce. He had 11 points, 10 rebounds and five assists in 34 minutes in the win over the Hornets on Wednesday. Miller followed that up with 20 points in 46 minutes in the overtime win over the Raptors on Friday. He might not be fantasy-relevant just yet, but Miller has certainly impressed over the last two games. |
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Ivica Zubac Ivica Zubac has double-double in win over Raptors
Fri, Jan 16, 2026, 4:47 PM
Ivica Zubac had 16 points (7-of-10 FGs, 2-of-3 FTs), 14 rebounds and two assists against the Raptors on Friday.
Analysis: Zubac had 11 rebounds in Monday's win over the Hornets, but only tallied nine points. The 28-year-old center completed a double-double with 16 points and 11 rebounds in Friday's overtime win over the Raptors. He's provided just 12th-round per game value over the last two weeks. The Clippers are off until Monday's game against the Wizards on the road. |
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James Harden James Harden drops 31 points in OT win vs. Raptors
Fri, Jan 16, 2026, 4:37 PM
James Harden had 31 points (10-of-27 FGs, 9-of-10 FTs), two rebounds, 10 assists, one steal, one block and two three-pointers in the Clippers' 121-117 overtime victory over the Raptors on Friday.
Analysis: Harden led the Clippers to victory with Kawhi Leonard sidelined against the Raptors on Friday. The 36-year-old point guard had 16 points in the fourth quarter and overtime combined to help secure the victory on the road. He's provided second-round per game value over the last two weeks. The Clippers will have the rest of the weekend off before a four-game week in Week 14. |
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Nicolas Batum Harden, Dunn, Sanders, Batum, Zu starting vs. TOR
Fri, Jan 16, 2026, 1:17 PM
LA Clippers
James Harden, Kris Dunn, Kobe Sanders, Nicolas Batum and Ivica Zubac will start against the Raptors on Friday.
Analysis: Kawhi Leonard (ankle) is out, but John Collins (groin) and Zubac (ankle) are back. Brook Lopez will return to the bench, but Sanders will remain in the starting unit, with Batum filling in instead of Collins. |
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Ivica Zubac Ivica Zubac (ankle) available vs. Toronto
Fri, Jan 16, 2026, 12:47 PM
NBA Injury Report
Ivica Zubac (ankle) is available to play against the Raptors on Friday.
Analysis: Zubac will be back in the lineup after missing one game against the Wizards on Wednesday. His return will push Brook Lopez back to the bench after he logged 21 minutes as the starting center against Washington |
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John Collins John Collins (groin) available vs. Toronto
Fri, Jan 16, 2026, 12:36 PM
NBA Injury Report
John Collins (groin) is available to play against the Raptors on Friday.
Analysis: Collins missed Wednesday's game against the Wizards, and after initially being listed as questionable, he'll be back to take on Toronto. Collins' return lines up with Kawhi Leonard being out, so Kobe Sanders should remain a starter for another game. |
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Patrick Baldwin Clippers sign Patrick Baldwin Jr. to 10-day deal
Fri, Jan 16, 2026, 7:29 AM
Law Murray
Clippers signed Patrick Baldwin Jr. to a 10-day contract.
Analysis: Baldwin, the 28th overall pick in the 2022 draft, was on a two-way deal with the Clippers to end last season before being waived in July. He most recently played for the franchise's G League affiliate. His return to the NBA gives the Clippers more flexibility with Kobe Sanders and Jordan Miller, both on two-way contracts. However, this transaction does not affect fantasy basketball. |
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