The Lakers (1-0) open the season with a win over the Warriors and now face the Clippers (1-0) in the first Battle of L.A. on Oct. 23, 7 p.m. PT at Crypto.com Arena, televised on Spectrum Sportsnet. L.A. star Luka Dončić led a paint‑dominant Lakers effort, while the Clippers, missing Kawhi Leonard and coping with injuries to Brandon Ingram, Max Strus and Bradley Beal, rely on Darius Garland’s 30‑point performance against Sacramento. Key matchup storylines include Walker Kessler vs. Isaiah Jackson/Brook Lopez and former Laker Rui Hachimura on the Clippers side. Injury reports leave several players out for both squads, making depth and coaching adjustments pivotal.
Multiple players are out or questionable in blockbuster Lakers-Clippers battle.
Veteran guard Collin Sexton was cleared to make his Los Angeles Lakers debut on Friday against the LA Clippers as he was no longer listed on the team’s injury report. Sexton had been sidelined for all preseason and had only recently begun fully participating in practice amid a calf injury. Collin Sexton was initially listed […]
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The Cavaliers got what they wanted in Peyton Watson, but losing Max Strus could leave Cleveland regretting what it gave up to get him.
Los Angeles Clippers head coach Ty Lue and his players made sure to shout out owner Steve Ballmer following their opening night win. The post Clippers Dedicate Season-Opening Win to Steve Ballmer Amid Suspension appeared first on LA Sports Report.
The LA Clippers got their 2026-27 regular season off to a strong start on Wednesday night with a monster win over the visiting Sacramento Kings. Darius Garland led the way for the Clippers, but it was Keaton Wagler who impressed everyone. The Clippers defeated the Kings, 121-96, in their season opener, leading wire-to-wire and by […]
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Los Angeles Clippers rookie guard Keaton Wagler put on a show in his NBA debut Wednesday as the Clippers took down the Sacramento Kings. The post Keaton Wagler Gets Off to Hot Start in Clippers Debut appeared first on LA Sports Report.
Despite Steve Ballmer's ban from Clippers games, the embattled owner was name-dropped after the win.
Trail Blazers Damian Lillard gave the Trail Blazers a familiar performance in his return. His responsibilities, however, look different this time around, and he’s happy about that. Lillard scored 25 points and made six three-pointers in 23 minutes Wednesday as Portland routed the Suns 124-83. It was his first regular-season game since recovering from a […]
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Clippers cameraman knew exactly what he was doing.
Former NBA star Blake Griffin recalled an uncomfortable interaction involving Los Angeles Clippers owner Steve Ballmer, revealing that his agent contacted him about shaking Ballmer’s hand before a game. Speaking with Pablo Torre, Griffin explained that the situation unfolded during his usual pregame routine when he ran past Ballmer without acknowledging him. “I finished with […]
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Sacramento Kings rookie Darius Acuff Jr. woke up on Wednesday feeling dangerous. He probably should have kept sleeping. Acuff made his debut with the Kings against the Los Angeles Clippers at Intuit Dome. The rookie guard, however, left a lot to be desired, as the Clippers blew out the Kings, 121-96. Acuff scored 12 points […]
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Tyronn Lue navigates a battered Clippers start, missing Kawhi Leonard, Brandon Ingram, Max Strus and Jordan Miller while owner Steve Ballmer serves a season‑long suspension for a salary‑cap scandal. The team still posts a 121‑96 win over Sacramento, dedicating the victory to Ballmer. Meanwhile, Lakers rookie center Walker Kessler debuts with a perfect 12‑for‑12 shooting night, scoring 26 points and grabbing nine rebounds in a 22‑point win over Golden State, prompting praise from JJ Redick and optimism from Luka Doncic and Ziaire Williams. Suns veteran Oso Ighodaro exits the Clippers opener early with a right‑hip injury, status unknown.
Matt George breaks down the Sacramento Kings' season-opening loss to the Clippers, Darius Acuff Jr.’s rough NBA debut and much more.
Los Angeles Clippers head coach Ty Lue dedicated Wednesday's season-opening, 121-96 win over the Sacramento Kings to team governor Steve Ballmer.
The LA Clippers defeated the Sacramento Kings in their home opener on Wednesday night, thoroughly outplaying the Kings in the first game of the season for both teams. Led by Darius Garland, the Clippers came away with a 121-96 victory over the Kings, who sputtered out of the gate and trailed by as many as […]
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Los Angeles Clippers head coach Tyronn Lue dedicated his team’s 121-96 season-opening victory over the Sacramento Kings to owner Steve Ballmer, who is serving a one-year suspension from league and team activities. The Clippers won their first game of the 2026-27 NBA season on Wednesday night at Intuit Dome, with Lue emphasizing that the organization […]
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Darius Garland scored 30 points as the Los Angeles Clippers opened their 2026-27 NBA season with a 121-96 victory over the Sacramento Kings on Wednesday night at Intuit Dome. The Clippers never trailed, building an early lead before pulling away in the second half. Garland shot 11-for-19 from the field, including three three-pointers, and went […]
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The Sacramento Kings suffered an ugly blowout loss to the Los Angeles Clippers in Wednesday's season-opener at the Intuit Dome.
The Sacramento Kings open the 2026‑27 NBA season against the Los Angeles Clippers on Wednesday, Oct. 21, at 10:30 PM ET in the Intuit Dome. The game airs on NBC Sports California (and its Plus feed) and streams live on Fubo (free trial available). Both teams come off contrasting preseason finishes: the Kings dropped their final exhibition 126‑97 to the Spurs, while the Clippers beat the Nuggets 122‑110. Key players to watch include Kings forward Precious Achiuwa and Clippers forward John Collins, with recent stand‑outs such as Zach LaVine (19 points) for Sacramento and Rui Hachimura (16 points) for LA.
The Sacramento Kings begin the 2026‑27 NBA season on the road versus the Los Angeles Clippers on Oct. 21, but veteran guard Russell Westbrook will not suit up. Westbrook announced his retirement in mid‑August after an 18‑year career, leaving the league as the all‑time leader in triple‑doubles (nearly 200) and a 2017 MVP. The Kings’ opening week also includes home games against the Portland Trail Blazers (Oct. 23) and Memphis Grizzlies (Oct. 25), setting a fast start without the former All‑Star.
Retired NBA star Blake Griffin believes one of the best periods for the Los Angeles Clippers hasn't received its just due from the organization.
Blake Griffin revealed what really happened when he ran past Steve Ballmer during his return to Los Angeles.
The Los Angeles Clippers announced two promotions for their home opener against the Sacramento Kings on Wednesday. The post Clippers Roll Out 2 Fan-Friendly Promotions for Home Season Opener appeared first on LA Sports Report.
The Los Angeles Clippers host the Sacramento Kings at Intuit Dome on Wednesday, October 21, at 10:30 p.m. ET.