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LAC • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #00
about 6 hours ago
Mathurin came off the bench on Monday and concluded as one of the Clippers’ highest scorers on the evening. He was somewhat inefficient from the floor, got to the line often, and struggled from beyond the arc, things that have been consistent during his brief tenure as a Clipper. Still, he provides the team with real scoring upside and has continued to log heavy minutes for head coach Ty Lue. Given his workload, he’s got nightly potential to put up relevant performances as far as fantasy basketball is concerned.
LAC • Small Forward • #11
about 6 hours ago
Miller provided a huge spark off the bench for the Clippers on Monday, reaching the 20-point mark for the fifth time this season while also tying a team-high in rebounds. Miller went without a turnover in his 26 minutes of game action and added a few assists for good measure. He’s enjoyed a breakout season and, although he isn’t yet a reliable fantasy player, is a potential high-risk, high-reward streaming option.
LAC • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #10
about 7 hours ago
Garland was likely tasked with doing even more on offense against the Spurs with Kawhi Leonard sidelined (ankle), and he mostly delivered. The former NBA All-Star led the Clippers in scoring, albeit on unspectacular shooting efficiency, and earned his fifth double-double of the season thanks to some strong facilitating. The ball distribution was nearly cancelled out by a season-high eight turnovers. Nonetheless, Garland has steadily made strides as he becomes more comfortable with his new team. He should be able to finish the fantasy season strongly.
LAC • Small Forward • #2
about 7 hours ago
Leonard, who injured his left ankle during Saturday’s loss to the Kings, did not play in Monday’s loss to the Spurs. He may not be out for too long, as the All-Star forward will travel with the team for a three-game road trip that begins Wednesday night in New Orleans. Leonard is considered day-to-day moving forward. John Collins started Monday’s defeat, finishing with 11 points, nine rebounds, four assists and one steal in 26 minutes.
Source: Justin Russo
LAC • Power Forward • #20
about 11 hours ago
The Clippers won’t have Kawhi Leonard (ankle) for Monday’s game, leaving a massive void in the starting lineup. Collins, who was a starter before head and neck injuries sidelined him last month, returns to the starting lineup. He and Bennedict Mathurin will have higher ceilings in Leonard’s absence, given the Clippers’ need for more offense.
Source: Tomer Azarly
LAC • Small Forward • #2
about 16 hours ago
Injured during Saturday’s loss to the Kings, Leonard is officially out for Monday’s matchup with the Spurs. Bennedict Mathurin and John Collins are the players with the most to gain regarding usage, with one likely moving into the starting lineup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAC • Small Forward, Power Forward, and Shooting Guard • #33
1 day ago
Batum is good to go after sitting out Saturday’s loss to the Kings, the Clippers’ second game in as many nights. While there may be a few more minutes available due to Kawhi Leonard’s ankle injury, there’s nothing to gain from rostering Batum at this stage in his career.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAC • Small Forward • #2
1 day ago
Leonard sprained his left ankle during the fourth quarter of Saturday’s loss to the Kings. With their top scorer not appearing likely to play on Monday, the Clippers will need more production from Bennedict Mathurin and John Collins, with one of those two moving into the starting lineup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAC • Power Forward • #20
2 days ago
Having missed six of the Clippers’ last seven games with a neck injury, Collins’ playing time was limited on Saturday. For that reason, he was used in a reserve role, with Derrick Jones Jr. (2/3/1/1/1) starting and playing 32 minutes. The Clippers play four games in Week 21, including a back-to-back, and it’s unknown if (or when) Collins will return to the starting five. If Kawhi Leonard (ankle) has to miss time, that could open the door for Collins to start as soon as Monday against the Spurs.
LAC • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #10
2 days ago
Garland played 30 minutes on Saturday, matching his high since joining the Clippers. However, he appeared to tweak something in his right foot during the second half, which is concerning given the Clippers’ guard’s injury history. Garland did play through the issue, and the Clippers will need similar performances from him moving forward, especially if Kawhi Leonard (ankle) has to miss time.
LAC • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #00
2 days ago
Mathurin extended his streak of 20-point games to five on Saturday, and he may be thrust into a more prominent role to begin Week 21. Kawhi Leonard left Saturday’s game early in the fourth quarter after spraining his left ankle, which could rob the Clippers of their best player. Mathurin may not be a lock to start if Leonard misses time, but his scoring ability will be needed. The Clippers play four games in Week 21, starting with the Spurs on Monday.
LAC • Small Forward • #2
2 days ago
Leonard, who suffered a cut over his left eye during the first half of Saturday’s game, had to exit after injuring his left ankle early in the fourth quarter. His absence means that the Clippers will need more offensive production from Darius Garland and Bennedict Mathurin. Leonard finished with 31 points (13-of-23 FGs, 3-of-6 FTs), six rebounds, two steals and two three-pointers.
Source: Tomer Azarly
LAC • Small Forward, Power Forward, and Shooting Guard • #33
3 days ago
Saturday’s game is the second in as many nights for the Clippers, who took care of the Bulls on Friday. Batum will get the night off, but his absence coincides with John Collins’ return from a neck injury. Batum is not guaranteed to get rotation minutes once he’s available.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAC • Power Forward • #20
3 days ago
Saturday’s game will be the first for Collins since March 1, having missed the last seven games due to a neck injury initially suffered during a February 20 loss to the Lakers. A starter before the injury, he could be asked to come off the bench on Saturday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAC • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #10
3 days ago
Garland did not play in Friday’s win over the Bulls, resulting in rookie Kobe Sanders moving into the starting lineup. Sanders will return to the bench, where he offers limited fantasy value.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAC • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #00
3 days ago
Mathurin extended his streak of games with at least 20 points to four on Friday, and he did so while shooting over 50 percent from the field. And he did most of his damage after halftime, scoring 19 of his 26 points. Since the All-Star break, Mathurin has averaged 21.1 points per game on 44.8 percent shooting from the field. His category league ceiling is somewhat limited because of the lack of production in three-pointers and defensive stats, but Mathurin has been a solid option since joining the Clippers.
LAC • Small Forward • #2
3 days ago
One game removed from scoring 45 points on 20 shot attempts from the field, Leonard wasn’t as efficient on Friday. The Bulls, who the Lakers torched on Thursday, deserve some credit for that. But Leonard still managed to record a quality overall stat line, and he’s scored 25 points or more in six consecutive games. The Clippers host the Kings on Saturday, and that could potentially be another big game for Leonard.
LAC • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #10
4 days ago
Garland will missed Friday’s game, which is the first of a back-to-back. He should return to play the Kings on Saturday, but Kobe Sanders should slide back into the starting unit for their matchup with Chicago.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAC • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #10
5 days ago
Garland and his new teammates are strengthening their chemistry by the game. He’s scored 21 points or more in three straight games, and the Clippers point guard did his damage on Wednesday in just 23 minutes. The Clippers end Week 20 with games on Friday and Saturday, and Garland did not play both legs of the team’s last one. So, fantasy managers may get to use the point guard for one game only.
LAC • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #00
5 days ago
Mathurin continued his recent 20-point run with another solid showing against the Timberwolves, making it four of the last five games in which he’s exceeded that mark. The Clippers guard scored 10 of his 22 points from the foul line on Wednesday, and all that was missing from the final stat line was a blocked shot. The Clippers still have two more games in Week 20, which is good news for fantasy managers who have Mathurin on their roster.
LAC • Small Forward • #2
5 days ago
Wednesday isn’t the first time an opponent looked helpless in its attempts to slow down Leonard, and it won’t be the last, either. Shooting 9-of-11 from two and 6-of-9 from three, The Klaw shot 75 percent from the field, and now has five games this season with at least 40 points. Since the All-Star break, Leonard has been a top-10 player in fantasy basketball, which aligns with his season-long value. The Clippers play two more games in Week 20.
LAC • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #00
7 days ago
Mathurin has scored at least 21 points in three of his last four games. The 28 points in Monday’s win were the most for him since dropping a season-high 38 on the Nuggets in the Clippers’ first game out of the All-Star break. Mathurin has been close to a top-100 player in eight-cat formats since the break, providing excellent value off the bench on most nights. With the Clippers’ remaining Week 20 schedule including games against the Bulls and Kings, there could be at least one more big night in Mathurin’s immediate future.
LAC • Small Forward and Power Forward • #55
7 days ago
Jones left Monday’s game briefly during the third quarter, having taken a shot to the head from Josh Hart while attempting to convert a reverse layup. “Airplane Mode” was able to return, and his three-pointer with 1:41 remaining in the fourth quarter extended the Clippers’ lead to nine, effectively serving as the dagger. While he isn’t a must-roster player in most leagues, Jones has been productive enough to provide consistent late-round value in 12-team leagues.
Source: Law Murray
LAC • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #10
7 days ago
Garland’s playing time and scoring output have increased in each of his last three games, a positive development for the Clippers and those who have him rostered. The 23 points and 30 minutes were highs for the point guard since his move west, as were the five three-pointers. Garland, who shot 7-of-19 from deep in his first three games as a Clipper, made five of his nine attempts against the Knicks. With the Clippers’ final three games of Week 20 including a back-to-back, Garland may be limited to two appearances.
LAC • Small Forward • #2
7 days ago
Counting Monday’s effort, Leonard has scored at least 20 points in 43 consecutive games. The Clippers’ star has remained relatively healthy since November, missing just four games. As a result, Leonard has been one of the most valuable players in fantasy basketball, regardless of league format. The Clippers play three more games in Week 20, all at home, starting with the Timberwolves on Wednesday.
LAC • Power Forward • #20
7 days ago
Collins, who has missed six of the Clippers’ last seven games with a strained neck, had already been ruled out for Monday’s game against the Knicks. And he’s expected the team’s other three games of the week. As a result, Derrick Jones Jr. is worth a look in deep leagues, especially with Bennedict Mathurin already rostered in most leagues.
Source: Tomer Azarly
LAC • Power Forward • #20
8 days ago
Collins did not travel with the Clippers for their recent two-game road trip, which ended with a win over the Grizzlies on Saturday. With Darius Garland moving into the starting lineup, Collins may be relegated to a reserve role when he’s cleared to play. Derrick Jones Jr. continues to serve as the starting power forward.
Source: Justin Russo
LAC • Center • #22
9 days ago
With Yanic Konan-Niederhäuser (foot) done for the season, Jackson has moved into the backup center role. The former first-round pick had his best game as a Clipper on Saturday, recording a double-double along with three steals. Jackson played 24 minutes and even started the second half in place of starter Brook Lopez (four points, one rebound). The veteran center only played 12 minutes, and Saturday’s game, being the Clippers’ second in as many nights, may have been a factor. Consistency has been an issue for Jackson throughout his career, but he doesn’t need to play starters’ minutes to provide value. Keep an eye on him during the first two games of the Clippers’ four-game Week 20.
LAC • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #00
9 days ago
In addition to having scored 20 points or more in five of his 11 appearances as a Clipper, Mathurin recorded his first double-double for the team on Saturday. While the defensive production was modest, all that was missing from the wing’s stat line was a three-pointer, as Mathurin missed all three of his attempts. Despite coming off the bench on most nights, he’s been productive enough to provide late-round value in 12-team formats.
LAC • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #10
9 days ago
After coming off the bench in each of his first two appearances for the Clippers, Garland moved into the starting lineup on Saturday. He was supposed to be limited to 24 minutes, but the point guard logged 28 against the Grizzlies. Garland didn’t record any defensive stats, which makes the field-goal percentage that much more impactful on his category league value. The Clippers’ four-game Week 20 includes a back-to-back, so Garland could be limited to three appearances.