* NBA: Yao Ming helps Rockets blast past Heat Nov 26, 2008
At Los Angeles, David West scored 27 points as New Orleans beat the Los Angeles Clippers. Peja Stojakovic had 13 points and nine rebounds for the Hornets, who won their third straight following a home-and-home sweep of Oklahoma City. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Thomas loses Magic support Nov 26, 2008
KNICKS TRADE OFFICIAL: The New York Knicks' trade sending Zach Randolph to the Los Angeles Clippers has been completed, and Tim Thomas was expected to be in uniform against the Cleveland Cavaliers. The Knicks, though, did not expect Cuttino Mobley to play Tuesday night against the Cavaliers and LeBron James. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Cavs' sole purpose in Gotham is to stay focused Nov 25, 2008
New York President Donnie Walsh made a rash of deals on Friday, trading Jamal Crawford to Golden State for Al Harrington and sending Mardy Collins and Zach Randolph to the Los Angeles Clippers for Cuttino Mobley and Tim Thomas. The moves will give the Knicks more than $28 million to work with in the summer of 2010, when LeBron James and other NBA stars like Chris Bosh and Dwyane Wade can become free agents. (Cleveland.com -- Sports)
LeBron gearing up for Garden party in N.Y. Nov 25, 2008
By sending Zach Randolph to the Los Angeles Clippers and Jamal Crawford to Golden State in separate deals, New York cleared more than $27 million from its books in the summer of 2010. The Knicks cant legally say who they would offer the money to team president Donnie Walsh even claimed to be unaware who would be available so the fans and media did the speaking for them. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Clippers' Davis presents challenge for N.O.'s Paul Nov 25, 2008
Although Davis has changed teams since last season, Paul expected to see much of the same late Monday night when the Hornets played the Los Angeles Clippers at the Staples Center. Davis opted out of his contract with the Golden State Warriors in July to sign a five-year, $65 million contract with the Clippers. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Allen, Celtics hammer Raptors Nov 24, 2008
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Hornets hit road with renewed vigor Nov 24, 2008
8 percent of its shots to gain momentum for the start of a three-game road trip that begins today against the Los Angeles Clippers. Before playing the Thunder, the Hornets had lost four of their previous six games and fallen to 5-5. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Victories provide Hornets some relief Nov 24, 2008
Three road games this week -- tonight against the Los Angeles Clippers, and Thursday and Friday against the Denver Nuggets and Portland Trail Blazers -- will test the modest two-game boost that lifted the Hornets to a 7-5 record. None of those three opponents is Oklahoma City (1-13), though the Clippers (2-11) have done everything in their power to emulate the Thunder, with one of their victories coming against OKC.. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Warriors Brand-ed in setback Nov 24, 2008
Brand left the Los Angeles Clippers for a five-year, $80 million contract with Philadelphia on July 9. "The guys found me in rhythm," said Brand, who hit the game-winning shot against his former team in Friday's 89-88 victory over the Clippers. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Chris MannixINSIDE THE NBA Nov 23, 2008
In two bold strokes, Knicks president Donnie Walsh has shed a pair contracts that have hung around his neck like an albatross since he assumed control of basketball operations last April: Jamal Crawford, the offensively-effective-yet-defensively-putrid guard who was shipped to Golden State for forward Al Harrington, was owed more than $20 million on a contract that ran through the 2010-2011 season; and Zach Randolph, a stat stuffing machine who, along with reserve guard Mardy Collins, was sent... (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
New York unloads Randolph on Clips Nov 23, 2008
New York Knicksdeal Zach Randolph to Los Angeles Clippers - NBA - SI.com. . (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
Knicks newcomers want to win now Nov 23, 2008
Mobley and Thomas were acquired Friday from the Los Angeles Clippers for Zach Randolph and Mardy Collins. New York landed Harrington earlier in the day by sending Jamal Crawford to Golden State. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Cavs off to best start in 20 years Nov 23, 2008
The Knicks cleared out considerable salary-cap space for 10 on Friday by trading Jamal Crawford to Golden State for Al Harrington and dealing Zach Randolph to the Los Angeles Clippers for Cuttino Mobley and Tim Thomas on Friday. That money could be used to sign James, who was amused that he was the player most talked about after the moves. (MSNBC -- Sports)
James, Cavs corral Hawks, match best start since '88 Nov 23, 2008
The Knicks cleared out considerable salary-cap space for '10 on Friday by trading to Golden State for and dealing to the Los Angeles Clippers for and on Friday. That money could be used to sign James, who was amused that he was the player most talked about after the moves. (USA Today -- Sports)
Sports in 2 Minutes Nov 23, 2008
Hours later, Randolph was shipped to the Los Angeles Clippers along with reserve guard Mardy Collins for Cuttino Mobley and Tim Thomas. Walsh has repeatedly said his goal was to get under the cap in time for a potentially sensational free-agent crop that could be headlined by James, Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
NBA: Blazers get big win over Sacramento Nov 23, 2008
Hours later, Randolph was shipped to the Los Angeles Clippers along with reserve guard Mardy Collins for Cuttino Mobley and Tim Thomas. The Knicks gave up 40 points per game for a chance to cash in on something much bigger. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Late free throws seal Cats' loss Nov 23, 2008
Nets 112, Clippers 95: Yi Jianlian had a season-high 27 points, and Vince Carter added 26 to help host New Jersey beat Los Angeles Clippers. Baron Davis had 30 points and 10 assists for the Clippers. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Marbury dresses for Knicks Nov 22, 2008
Earlier Friday, New York traded Jamal Crawford to Golden State for forward Al Harrington, then sent Zach Randolph and Mardy Collins to the Los Angeles Clippers for guard Cuttino Mobley and forward Tim Thomas. With New York's top two scorers, Randolph and Crawford, suddenly out the door, D'Antoni said he offered Marbury the chance to play Friday, saying 30 to 35 minutes would be available. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Brand sinks Clippers, lifts Sixers over former team Nov 22, 2008
Los Angeles Clippers guard Jason Hart, right, drives to the basket as Philadelphia 76ers guard Andre Miller defends during the first half of their game in Philadelphia. Miller had 13 points and seven assists as the Sixers beat the Clippers 89-88. (USA Today -- Sports)
POST PRESENCE: Clippers acquire Randolph from Knicks Nov 22, 2008
PHILADELPHIA (AP) The Los Angeles Clippers filled their void in the post Friday, acquiring forward and guard from the New York Knicks for and. The Clippers had been lacking an inside presence since left in July to sign with the Philadelphia 76ers. (USA Today -- Sports)
Brand sinks 15-footer as 76ers edge Clippers 89-88 Nov 22, 2008
Philadelphia 76ers guard Andre Miller, left, defends as Los Angeles Clippers guard Jason Hart drives to the basket during the first half of an NBA basketball game Friday, Nov. 21, 2008, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Tom Mihalek). (Florida Times-Union)
Brand hasn't spoken to Dunleavy since Clips' split Nov 21, 2008
ESPN - Elton Brand hasn't spoken to Mike Dunleavy since Los Angeles Clippers' split ... Elton Brand hasn't spoken to Mike Dunleavy since Los Angeles Clippers' split. (ESPN -- Golf News)
Clippers beat Thunder Nov 21, 2008
Published: Thursday, November 20, 2008 3:01 PM CST OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) Cuttino Mobley scored 12 of his season-high 23 points during a 23-4 third-quarter run that carried the Los Angeles Clippers to a 108-88 victory over Oklahoma City in a matchup between one-win teams Wednesday night. Mobley added a career-high seven steals for the Clippers (2-9), who outscored the Thunder 30-16 in the third period. (Altus Times, OK)
Warriors can go to Morrow Nov 18, 2008
Fans still talking about his first NBA career start: a 37-point, 11-rebound performance in Saturday's win over the Los Angeles Clippers. Still, despite the Warriors having the day off, Morrow had to be strongly encouraged to not make his way to gym Sunday to take part in his daily routine of getting up shots and working on his game. (Modesto Bee, CA)
* Luis Scola, Yao Ming lead Houston Rockets to victory Nov 18, 2008
4 seconds remaining lifted the San Antonio Spurs to an 86-83 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers for their third straight victory. Mason, who led the Spurs with 21 points, got away from Ricky Davis near the top of the key and had no trouble nailing his third 3-pointer of the game after the Clippers had rallied from an 11-point deficit in the final 6{ minutes. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Undrafted Warriors rookie erupts in first start Nov 16, 2008
Morrow had 37 points and 11 rebounds in his first NBA start, leading the Golden State Warriors to a 121-103 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers on Saturday. His point total was the highest by a rookie this season, topping O.J. Mayos 33, and was the highest ever by an undrafted player in his rookie campaign. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Hawks lose third straight Nov 16, 2008
Warriors 121, Clippers 103: At Los Angeles, Undrafted rookie Anthony Morrow had 37 points and 10 rebounds in his first NBA start and Golden State beat the Los Angeles Clippers in the first meeting between Baron Davis and the Warriors' Corey Maggette since they switched teams as free agents this summer. Originally published in the Athens Banner-Herald on Sunday, November 16, 2008. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Suns, Kings square off in Sacramento Nov 15, 2008
The Kings won for the fourth time in five games and for the first time on the road Wednesday when Beno Udrih poured in a career-high 30 points and doled out seven assists to lead Sacramento past the Los Angeles Clippers, 103-98, from Staples Center. Rookie Jason Thompson and Brad Miller both scored 16 points and grabbed 11 rebounds, while Miller also dished out eight assists for the Kings, who have won four of their last five after dropping their first four of the season. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Today's Sports Menu Nov 15, 2008
NBA: Warriors at Los Angeles Clippers, CSNBA12:30 p.m. ... NBA: Warriors at Los Angeles Clippers, KESP (970)12:30 p.m.. (Modesto Bee, CA)
FANTASY: Lineup suggestions Nov 13, 2008
Los Angeles Clippers (2 games - Sacramento, Golden State). Top 3 Pickups. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
Kings pay a visit to Clippers Nov 13, 2008
- (Sports Network) - The Sacramento Kings attempt to win for the first time on the road this season when they arrive in Hollywood to take on the woeful Los Angeles Clippers at Staples Center. The short-handed Kings missed out on a chance for a perfect homestand Tuesday when Detroit's Allen Iverson posted a terrific all-around effort in getting his first win in a Pistons uniform. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Udrih posts career game Nov 13, 2008
LOS ANGELES -- Beno Udrih had a career-high 30 points and seven assists, and the short-handed Sacramento Kings never trailed in beating the Los Angeles Clippers 103-98 Wednesday night for their fourth win in five games. Brad Miller had 16 points, 11 rebounds and eight assists, rookie Jason Thompson finished with 16 points and 11 rebounds, and John Salmons scored 13 for the Kings (4-5), who started the season with four consecutive losses on the road, losing by an average of 20 points. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Lakers 7-0, Paul Pierce delivers Hawks first loss Nov 13, 2008
In other NBA games Wednesday night, it was: Philadelphia 106, Toronto 96; Indiana 98, New Jersey 87; Washington 95, Utah 87; New York 132, Memphis 103; Orlando 109, Oklahoma City 92; Milwaukee 82, San Antonio 78; Portland 104, Miami 96; Houston 94, Phoenix 82; and Sacramento 103, the Los Angeles Clippers 98. Kobe Bryant and Derek Fisher each scored 20 points for the Lakers, who got a clutch 3-pointer from Bryant in James Posey's face after the Hornets had trimmed the lead to three with a little... (Muscatine Journal, IO)
AN EARLY EXAM Nov 12, 2008
Last week against the Los Angeles Clippers, the Lakers went on a 22-0 fourth-quarter run to seal a 106-88 victory. In Sunday's 111-82 victory against Houston, the Lakers trailed 32-16 in the second quarter before outscoring the Rockets 95-50. (Nola.com -- Sports)
GAME REPORT: L.A. Clippers 103, Mavericks 92 Nov 10, 2008
Now he's with the Los Angeles Clippers, whom the Warriors beat a year ago to end their drought. It's pretty much the same feeling - a feeling of frustration,'' Davis said Sunday, after getting 22 points and 10 assists in the Clippers' 103-92 victory over the Dallas Mavericks. (USA Today -- Sports)
Unbeaten Lakers welcome Rockets to town Nov 10, 2008
The Lakers are 4-0 on the season and haven't played since beating the local Los Angeles Clippers, 106-88, on Wednesday ... Houston will resume its five-game road trip on Sunday and ended a two-game losing streak with Friday's 92-83 triumph over the Los Angeles Clippers at the Staples Center. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Celtics ruin Iverson`s home bow Nov 10, 2008
Baron Davis collected 22 points and 10 assists as the Los Angeles Clippers secured their first win of the season, a 103-92 victory over the Dallas Mavericks. Dirk Nowitzki scored 33 points for Mavericks, who have lost four of six to start the campaign under new coach Rick Carlisle. (National Post)
Rejection! Kings rip Warriors Nov 10, 2008
The Kings face Detroit at home Tuesday and travel to the Los Angeles Clippers one day later. "It was a bad fall, it was an awkward fall," Kings coach Reggie Theus said. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Clippers beat Mavericks to lift season's first win Nov 10, 2008
WASHINGTON, Nov. 9 (Xinhua) -- Baron Davis had 22 points and 10 assists to guide the winless Los Angeles Clippers snapping a season-opening six-game losing streak with a 103-92 victory over the Dallas Mavericks on Sunday. Al Thornton got eight of his 17 points in the final 6 minutes. (Xinhuanet, China)
* NBA: Celtics beat Pistons in Iverson debut Nov 10, 2008
At Los Angeles, Baron Davis had 22 points and 10 assists and foul-plagued Al Thornton got eight of his 17 points in the final six minutes as the Los Angeles Clippers snapped a season-opening six-game losing streak with a victory over Dallas. Marcus Camby had 14 rebounds and 10 points for the Clippers, who had lost six straight against Dallas. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Team In Turmoil Nov 9, 2008
But when negotiations for a Davis extension broke down in June - with Mullin ready to do a shorter-term deal and Rowell wanting provisions added - Davis stunned ownership by bolting for the Los Angeles Clippers. Two months later, Ellis wrecked his ankle in a moped accident, leaving the Warriors once-feared backcourt in shambles. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
No comments posted. Nov 8, 2008
In other games, it was: New York 114, Washington 108; Charlotte 92, New Orleans 89; Atlanta 110, Toronto 92; Boston 101, Milwaukee 89; Cleveland 111, Indiana 107; Chicago 100, Phoenix 83; Utah 104, Oklahoma City 97; Sacramento 121, Minnesota 109; Memphis 109, Golden State 104; and Houston 92, the Los Angeles Clippers 83. Jazz 104, Thunder 97. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Shaquille O'Neal resting Nov 8, 2008
Shaquille O'Neal looks on during a preseason game against the Los Angeles Clippers. More on this topic. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Warriors fire assistant GM, promote Larry Riley Nov 8, 2008
Rowell first overruled Mullin's plan to give a contract extension to point guard Baron Davis, who then opted out of his remaining contract and signed with the Los Angeles Clippers. Rowell then sharply rebuked Mullin while announcing a 30-game suspension without pay for guard Monta Ellis, who injured his leg in a motorized scooter accident just a few weeks after signing a six-year, $66 million contract. (FindLaw News)
Artest leads Rockets past Clippers Nov 8, 2008
Artest finished with 23 points, Landry added six of his 20 points in the final 3 1/2 minutes, and the Rockets sent the Los Angeles Clippers to their sixth straight loss with a 92-83 victory Friday night. "An ugly win is just as good as a good win," Rafer Alston said. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Philadelphia 76ers (2-3) at Orlando Magic (2-2) Nov 7, 2008
Philadelphia was the big winner of the offseason, swiping Brand away from the Los Angeles Clippers with a $78 million contract. He gives the ultra-athletic Sixers a go-to scorer in the post and another shot-blocker to pair with Dalembert. (Florida Today)
Magic look to make statement tonight Nov 7, 2008
"The Sixers took a good team that pushed Detroit in the playoffs last spring and made it better with the addition of Brand. The Sixers lured the offseason's top free agent away from the Los Angeles Clippers with five-year, $80 million contract, giving them one of the Eastern Conference's most athletic teams."He gives them a legit go-to guy down low, which they didn't have before,'' Van Gundy said. "And he makes them a really big team. (Samuel) Dalembert starts at (center), Brand is at (power... (Florida Today)
Magic have no problem with new-look Sixers Nov 7, 2008
Brand, who left the Los Angeles Clippers to join the promising Sixers in July, continued to look lost in Philadelphia's motion offense. He entered the game averaging just 16. (Florida Today)
Scouting the basketball schedule Nov 6, 2008
1 points per game for the Los Angeles Clippers in 1984-85. Honorable mention: Jai Lucas, Florida (son of John Lucas); Larry Drew II, North Carolina (son of Larry Drew); Ed Davis, North Carolina (son of Terry Davis); Jerai Grant, Clemson (son of Harvey Grant). (NC State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Nuggets, Pistons swap Iverson for Billups, McDyess Nov 5, 2008
The addition of Billups might placate Nuggets fans who have watched the once free-spending franchise trade defensive standout Marcus Camby to the Los Angeles Clippers in the offseason and recently decline to extend Linas Kleiza s contract. Iverson brings considerable star power to Detroit. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Men's basketball: Former Cyclone Taylor sees action in NBA Nov 5, 2008
Los Angeles Clippers guard Mike Taylor, right, puts up a shot as Portland Trail blazers guard Rudy Fernandez Oct. 22 in Los Angeles. After Clippers point guard Baron Davis was injured this weekend, Taylor was put in the starting lineup for Mondays game against Utah. (Ames Daily Tribune, IA)
Obama & McCain stump on sports How fans voted on issues in sportsSports Illustrated's history of politics Nov 5, 2008
There was the smiling face of Los Angeles Clippers point guard Baron Davis, who later emceed the event and did everything that night but serve the hors d'oeuvres. Latest News. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Lineup suggestions for Week 2 Nov 4, 2008
Los Angeles Clippers (4 games: Utah, @LA Lakers, Houston, Dallas) 5. Houston Rockets (4 games: Boston, @Portland, @LA Clippers, @LA Lakers). (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
Surprise blockbuster in NBA Nov 4, 2008
65 million remaining on his deal in July to the Los Angeles Clippers to create salary cap space. Both teams possess young players who needed more court time but were playing behind established stars. (OregonLive, OR -- Sports)
Sore hip sidelines Clippers' Davis on Saturday Nov 2, 2008
Los Angeles Clippers' Baron Davis out with sore hip - NBA - SI.com. . (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
Jazz beat Clippers, set record for fewest turnovers Nov 2, 2008
The Jazz set a team record with just five turnovers - fewer than they had with Williams or even John Stockton - and pulled away from the weary and short-handed Los Angeles Clippers for a 101-79 win Saturday night. With Williams on the bench in street clothes recovering from a sprained left ankle he injured in the preseason, newcomer Brevin Knight had six assists and Ronnie Price had seven assists as the Jazz beat the winless Clippers with a commanding second half. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Nuggets, Clippers meet in LA Nov 1, 2008
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Sports Biz: NBA bets on Oklahoma Nov 1, 2008
Fans have proved they dont even need real basketball games to show up; more than 16,000 watched a preseason game against the hapless Los Angeles Clippers this fall. Mahoney said the team has not put together an advertising campaign yet since theres been no need, with ticket demand so strong. (MSNBC -- Business)
* NBA: Knicks down the Heat to hand DAntoni his first win Oct 31, 2008
Kobe Bryant of the Los Angeles Lakers, center, goes up for a shot as Al Thornton of the Los Angeles Clippers defends during their NBA game in Los Angeles on Wednesday. PHOTO: AP. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
His NBA dream still alive for Hasbrouck Oct 29, 2008
Jordan, a second-round pick by the Los Angeles Clippers in 2007, raised his stock during the Old Spice, when he scored 30 points against Western Michigan. He considers Hasbrouck a prospect. (Albany Times Union)
Lakers open up with Oden, Blazers Oct 29, 2008
The Trail Blazers have eased him carefully into the mix and the big man had been slowly gaining confidence, recording his first double-double in an exhibition game versus the Los Angeles Clippers. While the spotlight falls squarely on Oden, Portland also boasts All-Star guard Brandon Roy and the up-and-coming forward LaMarcus Aldridge, along with the addition of Spanish Olympian Rudy Fernandez and draft pick Jerryd Bayless. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Nuggets focus on defense for a change Oct 29, 2008
"And he's certain his teammates can, too.After a fifth consecutive first-round flop in the playoffs, the Nuggets lost Najera to the New Jersey Nets in free agency and traded Camby, the league's top shot-blocker and a former defensive player of the year, to the Los Angeles Clippers for basically nothing so they could get his remaining $29 million off their books."I know a lot of people are saying that our defense left when Marcus Camby left," Anthony said. "So, I think that gives us motivation to... (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Lakers looking to repeat in West Oct 28, 2008
AP photo - Los Angeles Andrew Bynum shoots between Los Angeles Clippers Paul Davis, left, and Brian Skinner, right, in the first half of an NBA preseason basketball game Oct. 9 in Fresno, Calif. LOS ANGELES Andrew Bynum celebrated his 21st birthday Monday, making him of legal age to drink champagne. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
ELTON BRAND EYEING 'UPPER ECHELON' FOR 76ERS Oct 28, 2008
This is a young, energetic club that won 22 of its last 34 games and in the offseason added free agent power forward from the Los Angeles Clippers. "The Boston Celtics are the reigning champs," he says. (USA Today -- Sports)
Roy, Oden lead Blazers to victory (273) Oct 27, 2008
Portland forward LaMarcus Aldridge reaches for the ball held by Los Angeles Clippers center Paul Davis during the first half of their NBA preseason game Wednesday ... LOS ANGELES Brandon Roy scored 17 points, rookie Greg Oden had 12 points and 13 rebounds, and the Portland Trail Blazers beat the Los Angeles Clippers 87-75 on Wednesday night. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
