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Kawhi Leonard Kawhi Leonard puts up 23/10/4 line vs. Memphis
Fri, Mar 21, 2025, 7:17 PM
Kawhi Leonard recorded a double-double on Friday with 23 points (9-of-12 FGs), 10 rebounds, four assists and one three-pointer against the Grizzlies.
Analysis: The last five games for Leonard should scare the rest of the NBA. During that stretch, he has averaged 26.6 points, 7.4 rebounds, 3.6 assists, 2.6 steals and 2.8 three-pointers while shooting 60.2 percent from the floor. That has allowed him to provide top ten value in nine-cat leagues during that stretch. The Clippers have three more back-to-backs this season, though two of them are in April and one is during the final week of the regular season. There is no reason for him to play back-to-backs this close to the playoffs, but when he is on the floor, he will continue to shine. |
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James Harden Harden pours in 30/4/9/2/2 line vs. Grizzlies
Fri, Mar 21, 2025, 7:14 PM
James Harden led the Clippers with 30 points (8-of-14 FGs, 9-of-10 FTs), four rebounds, nine assists, two steals, two blocks and five three-pointers in a 128-108 win over the Grizzlies on Friday.
Analysis: Harden seems to have turned back the clock over the past few weeks, and he is producing like the player that won an MVP Award. He has had a strong year overall, but he has cleaned up the inefficiency recently, which has taken his game to another level. He has averaged 4.4 turnovers per game this season but has only turned it over five times over his last three games. On top of that, he has shot at least 50 percent from the floor in three of his last four games. This may not stick, but it has been a big reason for the Clippers winning eight of their last nine games. |
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Ivica Zubac Ivica Zubac records another double-double Friday
Fri, Mar 21, 2025, 7:03 PM
Ivica Zubac recorded a double-double on Friday with 17 points (8-of-14 FGs), 10 rebounds, one assist and two blocks against the Grizzlies.
Analysis: Zubac added another double-double to his season total in another big win for the red-hot Clippers. They have won five in a row and eight of their last nine, and Zubac's dominance has been a big reason for that. He has had the best season of his career, which includes career-highs for points, rebounds, assists and minutes per game. Tyronn Lue has finally handed the keys to the center position to Zubac instead of making him split minutes with another big, and it has resulted in success for both fantasy managers and the Clippers. |
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Jordan Miller Jordan Miller (hamstring) still out vs. Memphis
Thu, Mar 20, 2025, 2:49 PM
NBA Injury Report
Jordan Miller (hamstring) has been ruled out against the Grizzlies on Friday.
Analysis: This will be a fourth-straight absence for Miller, though when he's healthy, his place in the rotation isn't always guaranteed. He has only made four appearances since the All-Star break and played a total of 41 minutes. |
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Kris Dunn Kris Dunn plays 17 minutes in return Tuesday
Tue, Mar 18, 2025, 7:36 PM
Kris Dunn logged 17 minutes in Tuesday's win over the Cavaliers, scoring two points (2-of-2 FTs), one rebound and one blocked shot.
Analysis: Dunn was back in the Clippers' lineup after missing Sunday's win over the Hornets. Unfortunately for him, the former lottery pick could not celebrate his 31st birthday with a quality stat line. With the Clippers back to full strength, Dunn offers minimal fantasy value. Under those circumstances, he'll be more important to the team than to fantasy managers. |
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Bogdan Bogdanovic Bogdan Bogdanovic doesn't miss, scores 20 points
Tue, Mar 18, 2025, 7:36 PM
Bogdan Bogdanovic produced 20 points (8-of-8 FGs), four rebounds, seven assists, one steal and four three-pointers in 29 minutes in Tuesday's win over the Cavaliers.
Analysis: Bogdanovic wasn't celebrating a birthday like teammates Ivica Zubac and Kris Dunn on Tuesday, but he had one of his best games as a Clipper. The veteran wing did not miss, shooting 8-of-8 from the field. Bogdanovic has reached double figures in 10 of the 17 games he's played since being traded to the Clippers, notching 20 or more on three occasions. While he remains rostered in 60 percent of Yahoo! leagues, Bogdanovic is ranked outside the top 150 in eight- and nine-cat formats since the All-Star break. |
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James Harden James Harden tallies 22 points, nine assists
Tue, Mar 18, 2025, 7:35 PM
James Harden finished Tuesday's win over the Cavaliers with 22 points (5-of-18 FGs, 10-of-11 FTs), four rebounds, nine assists, one steal, one block and two three-pointers in 37 minutes.
Analysis: Harden struggled with his shot on Tuesday, going 5-of-18 from the field. However, a busy night at the foul line salvaged the point total, and he was also responsible for nine assists. The most impressive number may have been the zero turnovers, which is the second time he's accomplished that feat this season. Despite averaging 4.3 turnovers per game since the All-Star break, Harden has provided top-20 value in nine-cat formats. |
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Ivica Zubac Ivica Zubac celebrates birthday with 28/20/1/0/1
Tue, Mar 18, 2025, 7:35 PM
Ivica Zubac recorded 28 points (13-of-18 FGs, 2-of-5 FTs), 20 rebounds, one assist and one blocked shot in 35 minutes in Tuesday's win over the Cavaliers.
Analysis: Zubac turned 28 on Tuesday and celebrated the occasion with one of the best games of his career. He recorded his third 20/20 game of the season, shooting 13-of-18 from the field. And since the All-Star break, Zubac has been a second-round player in nine-cat formats. Like Norman Powell, Big Zu has flourished for the Clippers after the team lost Paul George in free agency last summer. And fantasy managers have reaped the rewards. |
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Kawhi Leonard Kawhi Leonard goes off for game-high 33 points
Tue, Mar 18, 2025, 7:34 PM
Kawhi Leonard shot 12-of-19 from the field and 4-of-4 from the foul line in Tuesday's win over the Cavaliers, accounting for 33 points, seven rebounds, four assists, four steals and five three-pointers in 35 minutes.
Analysis: Having scored 20 points or more in four straight and eight of his last nine appearances, Leonard was sensational on Tuesday. The 33 points matched his season-high, and he finished one blocked shot shy of a complete stat line. Since the All-Star break, Leonard has provided top-25 value in eight- and nine-cat formats. While the Clippers don't have the best schedule for the next two weeks, they won't play any back-to-backs, which is good for those who have Leonard rostered. |
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Kris Dunn LAC starting Harden, Dunn, Powell, Kawhi, Zubac
Tue, Mar 18, 2025, 3:01 PM
Tomer Azarly
James Harden, Kris Dunn, Norman Powell, Kawhi Leonard and Ivica Zubac will start Tuesday's game against the Cavaliers.
Analysis: Dunn is back after sitting out Sunday's win over the Hornets with a knee issue. His return means Derrick Jones Jr. will head to the bench, which lowers his fantasy ceiling. Jones is not a player who needs to be rostered in most leagues. |
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Kris Dunn Kris Dunn (knee) off injury report vs. Cleveland
Mon, Mar 17, 2025, 2:12 PM
Tomer Azarly
Kris Dunn (knee) is off the injury report against the Cavaliers on Tuesday.
Analysis: Dunn was sidelined against Charlotte on Sunday, but he will be back in the lineup against Cleveland. Dunn has been a consistent starter in recent weeks, which means that his return should push Derrick Jones Jr. back to the bench, though both will play significant roles. |
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Jordan Miller Jordan Miller (hamstring) out Tuesday vs. CLE
Mon, Mar 17, 2025, 2:11 PM
Tomer Azarly
Jordan Miller (hamstring) is out for Tuesday's game against the Cavaliers.
Analysis: Miller's continued absence does not impact fantasy basketball, as he is not in the Clippers' rotation when healthy. He should remain on the waiver wire once cleared to play. |
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Norman Powell Norman Powell (hamstring) plays 23 MIN in return
Sun, Mar 16, 2025, 3:21 PM
Norman Powell (hamstring) finished Sunday's win over the Hornets with seven points (3-of-13 FGs), one rebound, one steal and one three-pointer in 23 minutes.
Analysis: Sunday's game was the first for Powell since March 2, so he was placed under a minutes restriction. The Clippers guard played 13 minutes in the first half and 10 in the second, with Nicolas Batum (3/5/1/1 with one three-pointer in 15 minutes) replacing him in the lineup to begin the third quarter. Powell struggled with his shot, but some rust was expected, given the time missed. The Clippers play three games during Week 20, starting with the Cavaliers on Tuesday. |
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Ivica Zubac Ivica Zubac records 17/14/8/1/2 line in blowout
Sun, Mar 16, 2025, 3:20 PM
Ivica Zubac amassed 17 points (7-of-14 FGs, 3-of-4 FTs), 14 rebounds, eight assists, one steal and two blocks in 28 minutes in Sunday's win over the Hornets.
Analysis: Zubac finished Sunday's win two assists shy of a triple-double, which would have been the first of his career. The Clippers center's eight dimes were a career-high, and he has been a valuable asset for fantasy managers this season. Since the All-Star break, Zubac has been a top-25 player in nine-cat formats. While flashier names may be discussed in connection with the Most Improved Player award, Big Zu's growth should not be ignored. |
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Kawhi Leonard Kawhi Leonard tallies 23 points, full stat line
Sun, Mar 16, 2025, 3:20 PM
Kawhi Leonard accounted for 23 points (9-of-16 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), six rebounds, five assists, two steals, one block and three three-pointers in 27 minutes in Sunday's win over the Hornets.
Analysis: Sunday's performance was good for Leonard and the Clippers, as he was productive and did not need to overexert himself in the 123-88 victory. Having played 36 minutes or more in his seven prior appearances, only logging 27 on Sunday was a positive development for a star who has struggled with lower-body injuries in recent seasons. A fourth-round player in eight- and nine-cat formats since the All-Star break, Leonard will start Week 20 with a game against the Cavaliers on Tuesday. |
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James Harden James Harden drops 31/10/7/2 line vs. Charlotte
Sun, Mar 16, 2025, 3:19 PM
James Harden accumulated 31 points (9-of-15 FGs, 9-of-9 FTs), 10 rebounds, seven assists, two steals and four three-pointers in 31 minutes in Sunday's win over the Hornets.
Analysis: Harden did whatever he wanted on Sunday, averaging one point per minute while shooting 66.7 percent from the field and 100 percent from the foul line. Add in the rebounds, assists, steals and three-pointers, and this was an excellent end to Week 19 for those who have The Beard rostered. Since the All-Star break, Harden has provided top 10 value in eight-cat formats and top 20 in nine-cat. The Clippers play three games during Week 19, starting with the Cavaliers on Tuesday. |
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Norman Powell LAC: Harden, Powell, Jones Jr., Leonard, Zubac
Sun, Mar 16, 2025, 12:39 PM
The Clippers will start James Harden, Norman Powell, Derrick Jones Jr., Kawhi Leonard, and Ivica Zubac against the Hornets on Sunday.
Analysis: Powell is returning to the starting lineup in his first game back in the rotation. The Clipppers wing could have his minutes limited after recovering from his strained right hamstring, so he's not a must-start until we're positive he can stay on the floor for a usual workload. |
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Norman Powell Norman Powell (hamstring) will start Sunday
Sun, Mar 16, 2025, 11:25 AM
Joey Linn
Norman Powell (hamstring) will be in the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Hornets.
Analysis: Sunday's game will be the first for Powell since March 2, when he suffered a strained right hamstring. How much he'll play remains to be seen, but the Clippers guard will be in the starting lineup. Kris Dunn (knee) is out, so Powell can fill that vacancy in the starting five. |
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Norman Powell Norman Powell (hamstring) questionable Sunday
Sat, Mar 15, 2025, 3:24 PM
NBA Injury Report
Norman Powell (hamstring) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Hornets.
Analysis: Powell has been out since March 2, missing the Clippers' last seven games (and 12 of the last 13) with a strained right hamstring. With Kris Dunn (knee) out, Powell may slide right into the starting lineup if allowed to play on Sunday. His return will impact multiple players, including Nicolas Batum, Derrick Jones Jr. and Bogdan Bogdanovic. |
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Kris Dunn Kris Dunn, Jordan Miller out Sunday vs. Charlotte
Sat, Mar 15, 2025, 3:21 PM
NBA Injury Report
Kris Dunn (knee) and Jordan Miller (hip) are out for Sunday's game against the Hornets.
Analysis: Dunn's absence is more impactful, as Miller has not been in the Clippers' rotation most nights. With Dunn out, there will be an opening in the starting lineup. Who fills the void depends on the status of Norman Powell, who's questionable. If Powell remains out, Nicolas Batum and Derrick Jones Jr. may start. One of those two will head to the bench if Norman is available. |
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