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Here are the latest news and updates on the Los Angeles Clippers:
Recent News
- The Clippers have signed free agent guard Reggie Jackson to a one-year deal, according to ESPN. Jackson, a 12-year veteran, averaged 10.5 points and 3.2 assists per game last season with the Detroit Pistons.
- The team has also re-signed forward Patrick Patterson to a one-year deal, according to The Athletic. Patterson, a 12-year veteran, averaged 4.5 points and 2.5 rebounds per game last season with the Clippers.
- The Clippers have been linked to several free agents, including point guard Kyle Lowry and forward Danilo Gallinari. However, the team has yet to make any significant moves in free agency.
Roster Moves
- The Clippers have waived guard Terance Mann, according to The Athletic. Mann, a second-round pick in the 2019 NBA draft, averaged 2.5 points and 1.5 rebounds per game last season.
- The team has also waived forward Mfiondu Kabengele, according to ESPN. Kabengele, a second-round pick in the 2019 NBA draft, averaged 2.5 points and 2.5 rebounds per game last season.
Injury Updates
- Forward Kawhi Leonard is expected to miss the start of the season after undergoing surgery on his right knee, according to ESPN. Leonard, who suffered a torn ACL in the playoffs last season, is expected to be out for several months.
- Guard Paul George is expected to be ready for the start of the season after undergoing surgery on his left shoulder, according to The Athletic. George, who suffered a torn UCL in the playoffs last season, is expected to be out for several weeks.
Schedule
- The Clippers will open the 2022-23 season on October 19th against the Los Angeles Lakers at Crypto.com Arena.
- The team will play 17 games on the road and 24 games at home this season.
Standings
- The Clippers finished the 2021-22 season with a record of 42-40, good for 5th place in the Western Conference.
- The team is expected to be a playoff contender again this season, with a strong core of players including Leonard, George, and center Ivica Zubac.