New spread offense has Hornets eager Nov 19, 2009
It worked against the Los Angeles Clippers on Tuesday, as Devin Brown, Bobby Brown, Darren Collison and Marcus Thornton combined to score 52 points in the Hornets' 110-102 victory at the New Orleans Arena. However, the Hornets (4-8) face a stiffer test tonight against the Phoenix Suns (10-2), the second-highest scoring team in the league with a 111. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Pacers win 5th straight, drop Nets to 0-11 Nov 18, 2009
Chris Douglas-Roberts scored a career-high 27 points and Brook Lopez added 26 points and 16 rebounds for the Nets, who head to Milwaukee on Wednesday, still a long way from the record 17-game opening skids owned by the Miami Heat and Los Angeles Clippers. The Nets have been hit with a rash of injuries that again left them with the league minimum eight players in uniform. (FOX59, IN)
Injured Paul's status is expected today Nov 17, 2009
Entering Tuesday night's home game against the Los Angeles Clippers, New Orleans has lost three consecutive games and seven of its previous nine. "I think more than anything, we've got to shore up what we want to do defensively, and hopefully we will then see a change," West said. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Men's Hoops Hosts Hartford Sunday Nov 15, 2009
Jerrells triple-double (17 points, 11 rebounds, 10 assists) was the first for a Baylor player since Brian Skinner of the Los Angeles Clippers had one on Nov. 29, 1997. scored 16 points, while and added 14 points each. (Baylorbears.com)
Hornets seek to keep new drive going vs. hot Suns Nov 15, 2009
On Monday night against the Los Angeles Clippers, Hornets Coach Byron Scott reached back into a relative comfort zone, inserting veteran forward Peja Stojakovic into the starting lineup in place of erratic third-year player Julian Wright, and the result was a fast offensive start that carried over into the rest of New Orleans' performance. "Yeah, you hate to say it, but they say you don't want your offense to predicate your defense," said guard Chris Paul, who had 24 points and 10 assists... (Nola.com -- Sports)
New lineup gives boost to Hornets Nov 15, 2009
LOS ANGELES -- It was, of course, only the Los Angeles Clippers. Nonetheless, the victory-starved New Orleans Hornets, winless in four previous road games, didn't care who the competition might have been Monday night at the Staples Center. (Nola.com -- Sports)
* NBA : New coach, but Hornets crash Nov 15, 2009
He twisted the same ankle in a victory over the Los Angeles Clippers earlier in the week. HAWKS 97, CELTICS 86. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Raptors beat Clippers 104-89 Nov 15, 2009
After erasing a 22-point second-quarter deficit to the Los Angeles Clippers, the Raptors made four 3-point shots during a game-ending 16-0 run and ran away with a 104-89 victory on Friday night. Chris Bosh had 21 points and 14 rebounds to help Toronto begin a four-game road trip on the right foot. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Stoudemire looks to regainhis scoring touch vs. Raptors Nov 15, 2009
The Raptors are coming off a 104-89 win Friday at the Los Angeles Clippers. Chris Bosh is averaging 28. (AZCentral -- Sports)
NBA unlikely to retire No. 23 Nov 15, 2009
The other players wearing No. 23 are: Kevin Martin (Sacramento), Stephen Graham (Charlotte), C.J. Watson (Golden State), Marcus Camby (Los Angeles Clippers), Jodie Meeks (Milwaukee), Devin Brown (New Orleans), Lou Williams (Philadelphia), Jason Richardson (Phoenix), Martell Webster (Portland) and Wesley Matthews (Utah). . (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
PAINFUL START Nov 14, 2009
Paul's injury is near the same spot where he suffered a slight sprained left ankle after he stepped on Rasual Butler's foot during Monday night's victory against the Los Angeles Clippers. After Friday's game, Paul was on crutches with an immobilized boot that extended to his knee. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Hornets no match for Suns Nov 14, 2009
But for Hornets forward David West, it brought some blunt assessments in the wake of a giant step backward after Monday night's easy win over the Los Angeles Clippers. "Phoenix is one of the better teams in the league," said West, "and a team like the Clippers, they've got a lot of talent. But I wouldn't necessarily say in terms of them being entirely bought into what they're trying to do, they're in the same class. We're going to struggle against these good teams because basically what's... (Nola.com -- Sports)
Chris Bosh lifts Raptors past Clippers 104-89 Nov 14, 2009
LOS ANGELES (AP) Chris Bosh had 21 points and 14 rebounds for the Toronto Raptors, who overcame an early 22-point deficit and made four 3-point shots during a game-ending 16-0 run that carried them to a 104-89 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers on Friday night. The Raptors began a four-game road trip with their fourth straight victory over the Clippers at Staples Center. (FOX61, CT)
'Melo gets better of Artest as Nuggets whip Lakers Nov 14, 2009
Melo gets better of Artest as Nuggets whip Lakers - Bobcats/NBA - NewsObserver. Web Search powered by YAHOO. (News & Observer -- Sports)
The NBA's Most Fan-Friendly Offerings Nov 13, 2009
The Los Angeles Clippers are offering season tickets for as low as $9 per ticket ($396 per plan). The New Jersey Nets Kids Country plan lets you buy one adult ticket and get one kid's ticket for free; if you purchased by Oct. 30 your kid also gets to participate in a Brook Lopez clinic. (BusinessWeek)
Depleted Wizards sign veteran guard Boykins Nov 12, 2009
355) for the first time since he established himself as a full-time NBA player with the Los Angeles Clippers in 2001-02. But 2006-07 was his best offensive season, when Boykins played in 66 games for Denver and Milwaukee, averaging 14. (ESPN -- Basketball)
Durant Leads Thunder To 83-79 Win Over Clippers Nov 12, 2009
(AP) LOS ANGELES (AP) - Kevin Durant stepped back and hit the go-ahead jumper from the left corner with 38 seconds remaining for two of his 30 points, giving Oklahoma City an 83-79 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers on Wednesday night. Jeff Green added 13 points, and Nenad Krstic had 10 to help the Thunder end a two-game road losing skid. (CBS News -- 60 minutes II)
Clippers' Gordon to miss at least 10 days Nov 11, 2009
(Sports Network) - Los Angeles Clippers guard Eric Gordon will miss at least 10 days with a sore left groin. Gordon suffered the injury in the team's win over the Grizzlies on November 7. (ABC 7 News, DC)
* NBA : Nash shines for red-hot Suns in win over 76ers Nov 11, 2009
At Los Angeles, Chris Paul had 24 points and 10 assists and Devin Brown scored 25 points as the New Orleans Hornets bounced back from a blowout loss with a victory over the Los Angeles Clippers. David West added 17 points and nine rebounds in New Orleans second win in six games. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Paul, Brown Lead Hornets' Rout Of Nuggets Nov 10, 2009
(AP) LOS ANGELES (AP) - Chris Paul had 24 points and 10 assists on a sore ankle, Devin Brown scored 25 points and the New Orleans Hornets bounced right back from a blowout loss with a 112-84 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers on Monday night. David West added 17 points and nine rebounds in just New Orleans' second win in six games. (CBS News)
Paul hurts ankle in Hornets' win vs, Clippers Nov 10, 2009
Paul had 24 points and 10 assists on a sore ankle, Devin Brown scored 25 points and the Hornets bounced right back from a blowout loss to the Lakers with a 112-84 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers on Monday night. One night after the Hornets were routed 104-88 by the defending champions, they put Peja Stojakovic back in their starting lineup and promptly ended the Clippers' three-game winning streak with an emphatic victory. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Hawks' Johnson named player of the week Nov 10, 2009
The Western Conference winner was Los Angeles Clippers center Chris Kaman. More on ajc. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Bryant, Lakers burn Hornets Nov 9, 2009
But by game's end, Brown and the rest of the unsmiling Hornets had been torched by Bryant's 28 points -- 26 in the first half -- as the Lakers ran away to a 104-88 victory at the Staples Center, where the Hornets will play the Los Angeles Clippers tonight. Scott made the move to Brown, benching an ineffective Morris Peterson in an effort to fortify the offensive output from the shooting guard spot, and from that standpoint, Brown's 10 points were the largest contribution from that position this... (Nola.com -- Sports)
Iverson leaves Grizzlies over reserve role Nov 9, 2009
"It's a personal issue," Hollins said before the Grizzlies played the Los Angeles Clippers at Staples Center ... Memphis owner Michael Heisley gave the four-time NBA scoring leader permission to skip the Grizzlies' game Saturday night against the Los Angeles Clippers. (Xinhuanet, China)
Kaman has 26 points, 9 rebounds in Clippers' 113-110 win over Grizzlies Nov 8, 2009
Doubled teamed by Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol (33), of Spain, and Memphis Grizzlies guard Mike Conley (11) Los Angeles Clippers guard Baron Davis (1) drives to the basket in the first half of a NBA basketball game, Saturday, Nov. 7, 2009, in Los Angeles ... LOS ANGELES (AP) Chris Kaman had 26 points and nine rebounds, and the Los Angeles Clippers beat the Memphis Grizzlies 113-110 on Saturday night for their third straight victory equaling their longest winning streak of last season. (FOX61, CT)
DisgruntledA.I. leaves Griz with permission Nov 8, 2009
Team owner Michael Heisley gave the four-time NBA scoring leader permission to skip the Grizzlies game Saturday night against the Los Angeles Clippers following a 114-98 loss to the Lakers the night before. According to a team spokesman, Iverson participated in a walkthrough at the teams hotel in the morning and then hopped a flight in the afternoon after he and personal manager Gary Moore met with Heisley. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Bobcats fall short against Chicago Nov 8, 2009
Team owner Michael Heisley gave the four-time NBA scoring leader permission to skip the Grizzlies' game Saturday night against the Los Angeles Clippers ... Chris Kaman had 26 points and nine rebounds, and the Los Angeles Clippers beat the Memphis Grizzlies 113-110 on Saturday night for their third straight victory - equaling their longest winning streak of last season. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Kaman leads Clippers past Grizzlies Nov 8, 2009
LOS ANGELES -- Chris Kaman had 26 points and nine rebounds, and the Los Angeles Clippers beat the Memphis Grizzlies 113-110 on Saturday night for their third straight victory - equaling their longest winning streak of last season ... Chris Kaman had 26 points and nine rebounds, and the Los Angeles Clippers beat the Memphis Grizzlies 113-110 on Saturday night for their third straight victory - equaling their longest winning streak of last season ... Los Angeles Clippers center Chris Kaman (35)... (News & Observer -- Sports)
Kaman Leads Clippers In 118-90 Win Nov 7, 2009
(AP) - Chris Kaman had 22 points and nine rebounds in 28 minutes and the Los Angeles Clippers ended a seven-game losing streak in the Oakland Arena with a 118-90 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Friday night. Baron Davis scored 16 of his 25 points in the third quarter as the Clippers won their second straight after opening the season with four losses. (CBS News)
D’Lancy Carter selected Dakota Wizards in NBA D-League Draft Nov 6, 2009
The franchise is located in St. Bismark, North Dakota and is coached by recent Los Angeles Clippers assistant Rory White. After beginning his collegiate career at Vincennes University, Carter joined the Bonnies in 2007 under then first-year head coach Mark Schmidt. (Gobonnies.com)
Cards play Bellarmine in final exhibition Nov 5, 2009
A two-time All Metro Conference selection, Gordon was selected as the 1983 NCAA Mideast Region Most Outstanding Player, scoring 24 points in the regional championship game against Kentucky in the original "Dream Game." He was a first-round NBA draft pick (eighth overall) who played four years in the NBA with the Los Angeles Clippers. He currently works with CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) in Louisville. (Louisville Sports -- Rivals.com)
Clippers owner pays $2.7M in housing bias lawsuit Nov 4, 2009
Los Angeles Clippers owner Donald Sterling has agreed to pay $2. 7 million to settle accusations that he tried to keep blacks, Hispanics and families with children out of his apartment buildings. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
West faces more weapons charges Nov 4, 2009
Los Angeles Clippers owner and real estate mogul Donald Sterling has agreed to pay a record $2. 73 million to settle allegations by the government that he refused to rent apartments to Hispanics, blacks, and families with children, the Justice Department announced. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Clippers beat Wolves, end winless season start Nov 4, 2009
LOS ANGELES Rasual Butler and the Los Angeles Clippers lost their first four games and their injured No. 1 draft pick during an opening week that could only be described as horrific or maybe Clipperific. At least they capped that week with a tenacious final quarter against the Minnesota Timberwolves to remove themselves from the list of the NBA s winless teams. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
The Tip-Off on the NBA's New Season Nov 3, 2009
Among individual franchises, the Los Angeles Clippers are hoping that top draft pick Blake Griffin will increase their appeal in a town where the Lakers dominate. The Clippers' average home attendance last season was 16,185; arena mate the Los Angeles Lakers sold out almost all of their games at the Staples Center's 19,079 capacity. (BusinessWeek)
Mavericks beat 0-4 Clippers 93-84 Nov 1, 2009
The Dallas Mavericks were the team the Los Angeles Clippers beat for their first victory last season. Dirk Nowitzki and his teammates were intent on not letting it happen again. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Nash's 18 points, 20 assists lead Suns to 123-101 rout of Warriors in home opener Oct 31, 2009
The 35-year-old point guard, who hit the game-winning basket in Phoenix's season-opener at the Los Angeles Clippers on Wednesday night, narrowly missed his first 20-point, 20-assist game in regulation. He had one in that three-overtime game against the Knicks. (FOX61, CT)
Basketball No. 20 in ESPN/USA Today Poll, No. 22 in AP Oct 31, 2009
In addition, six former ACC players are head coaches, and 11 assistant coaches (including former Tech player Fred Vinson with the Los Angeles Clippers) played at a current ACC school. Duke leads all ACC schools with 14 players, while North Carolina is second with 13. (Ramblinwreck.com)
Suns Nash dishes out 20 assists in win over Warriors Oct 31, 2009
The performance came two nights after he scored 14 fourth-quarter points, including the game-winning basket, in the Suns' season opener at the Los Angeles Clippers. advertisement. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Jazz continue home dominance against Clippers Oct 31, 2009
(Sports Network) - Paul Millsap scored 14 of his 23 points in the fourth quarter, as the Utah Jazz continued their home dominance against the Los Angeles Clippers with a 111-98 victory at EnergySolutions Arena. The Jazz have won 13 straight and 39 of the last 40 against the Clippers in Salt Lake City. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Nash has 20 assists, Suns rout Warriors 123-101 Oct 31, 2009
The 35-year-old point guard, who hit the game-winning basket in Phoenix's season-opener at the Los Angeles Clippers on Wednesday night, narrowly missed his first 20-point, 20-assist game in regulation ... Paul Millsap scored 14 of his 23 points in the fourth quarter, as the Utah Jazz continued their home dominance against the Los Angeles Clippers with a 111-98 victory at EnergySolutions Arena. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Recap: Utah vs. LA Clippers Oct 31, 2009
Paul Millsap scored 14 of his 23 points in the fourth quarter, as the Utah Jazz continued their home dominance against the Los Angeles Clippers with a 111-98 victory at EnergySolutions Arena ... Paul Millsap scored 14 of his 23 points in the fourth quarter, as the Utah Jazz continued their home dominance against the Los Angeles Clippers with a 111-98 victory at EnergySolutions Arena. (News & Observer -- Sports)
This World Series is painful to watch in Cleveland Oct 30, 2009
Otherwise there would be no Detroit Lions or Los Angeles Clippers. Prefer the glass half empty. (The Clarion-Ledger)
* Los Angeles police link man to sneaky sports team thefts Oct 30, 2009
At the Staples Center, where Maccabi was playing an exhibition game with the Los Angeles Clippers, witnesses remembered seeing the man before the game and threw him out for not having proper credentials. Apparently he returned, dressed in a suit, holding a clipboard, and with some kind of credential sticking out of his pocket, Vernon said. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Suns' pace sure to pick up Oct 30, 2009
Phoenix Suns forward Earl Clark, center, puts up a shot as Los Angeles Clippers center Chris Kaman, left, and guard Rasual Butler block the shot during the first half of their NBA basketball game, Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2009, in Los Angeles. More on this topic. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Mavs look for Nowitzki to step up vs. Lakers Oct 30, 2009
2 percent shooting effort to beat the Los Angeles Clippers 99-92 on Tuesday. The Lakers got 33 points from Bryant and 26 and 13 rebounds from Bynum. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Amar'e searching for swaggeras season gets rolling for Suns Oct 30, 2009
Amar'e Stoudemire, 1, of the Phoenix Suns challenges the shot of Chris Kaman, 35, of the Los Angeles Clippers at Staples Center on October 28, 2009 in Los Angeles. More on this topic. (AZCentral -- Sports)
* NBA : Lakers ring in new season with a win Oct 29, 2009
MAGICAL NIGHT: The reigning NBA champions opened defense of their title by defeating Staples Center co-tenants the Los Angeles Clippers 99-92 AFP AND AP , LOS ANGELES Thursday, Oct 29, 2009, Page 20. Kobe Bryant of the Los Angeles Lakers drives against the Los Angeles Clippers during the season-opening game at Staples Center in Los Angeles, California, on Tuesday ... Kobe Bryant and the Los Angeles Lakers raised their 15th championship banner on Tuesday as they tipped off a new National... (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
LA police link man to Israeli team, Chivas thefts Oct 29, 2009
Police said Wednesday a witness saw the unidentified man enter Maccabi Electra Tel Aviv's locker room at Staples Center during an exhibition Oct. 20 with the Los Angeles Clippers. Detectives studying surveillance footage noticed the man resembled a suspect in other thefts. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Nash rallies Suns to 109-107 win over Clippers Oct 29, 2009
LOS ANGELES -- Steve Nash scored 15 of his 24 points in the fourth quarter, when he rallied the Phoenix Suns to a 109-107 season-opening victory over the Los Angeles Clippers on Wednesday night ... Steve Nash scored 15 of his 24 points in the fourth quarter, when he rallied the Phoenix Suns to a 109-107 season-opening victory over the Los Angeles Clippers on Wednesday night ... Phoenix Suns guard Steve Nash, left, puts up a shot as Los Angeles Clippers center Marcus Camby looks on during the... (News & Observer -- Sports)
Clips' Griffin out 6 weeks with broken kneecap Oct 28, 2009
It's a vital quality for somebody trying to turn around the Los Angeles Clippers ... FILE - In this Oct. 23, 2009 photo, Los Angeles Clippers forward Blake Griffin (32) makes his way up court in the first half of a NBA preseason basketball game against New Orleans Hornets, Friday, Oct. 23, 2009,in Los Angeles. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Lakers raise championship banner, get rings Oct 28, 2009
Andrew D. Bernstein / Getty Images ContributorThe Lakers' Kobe Bryant shows off his 2009 NBA championship ring before the season opener against the Los Angeles Clippers on Tuesday night. . (MSNBC -- Sports)
Suns look for restart in familiar place Oct 28, 2009
by Paul Coro - Oct. 27, 2009 08:51 PM The Arizona Republic. It feels like February again for the Suns. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Clips' Griffin: Have to be patient with knee Oct 28, 2009
Los Angeles Clippers' Blake Griffin: Have to be patient with broken kneecap - ESPN. Updated: October 28, 2009, 1:40 AM ET. (ESPN -- Basketball)
Former Jam Players Make NBA Roster Oct 28, 2009
The NBA regular season begins tonight as the Boston Celtics visit the Cleveland Cavaliers, the Washington Wizards visit the Dallas Mavericks, the Houston Rockets visit the Portland Trail Blazers and the Los Angeles Clippers visit the defending champion Los Angeles Lakers. Copyright 2009 by. (KERO 23, CA)
Lakers have plenty of star power Oct 28, 2009
The Lakers open the season today against the visiting Los Angeles Clippers. The Boston Celtics and host Cleveland Cavaliers will also play today. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Lakers get their rings, then a win over Clippers 99-92 in season opener Oct 28, 2009
NBA Commissioner David Stern, right, gives Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant his championship ring during a ceremony before the start of Tuesday's season-opening game against the Los Angeles Clippers. GUS RUELAS | Associated Press. (Honolulu Advertiser)
GAME REPORT: Lakers 99, Clippers 92 Oct 28, 2009
Tuesday, October 27, 2009 Los Angeles Clippers - Los Angeles Lakers Box Scores, Game Results ry - USATODAY.com. Search. (USA Today -- Sports)
Lakers open No. 1 Oct 28, 2009
Los Angeles Clippers. Baron Davis must get on same page as Dunleavy. (USA Today -- Sports)
Lakers beat Clippers 99-92 in season opener Oct 28, 2009
AP Photo Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant celebrates during his team's championship ring ceremony before the start of an NBA basketball game against the Los Angeles Clippers, Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2009, in Los Angeles ... Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant, right, and teammates from left, Sasha Vujacic, Jordan Farmar, Andrew Bynum celebrate their championship ring in during a ceremony before the start of an NBA basketball game against the Los Angeles Clippers, Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2009, in Los... (News & Observer -- Sports)
KNICKS: N.Y. hopes for perfect summer storm in 2010 Oct 27, 2009
Los Angeles Clippers coach Mike Dunleavy is eight wins from 600. New York Knicks coach Mike D'Antoni needs one win for 300. (USA Today -- Sports)
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Los Angeles Clippers' Blake Griffin has broken kneecap, out weeks - ESPN. Updated: October 27, 2009, 3:57 AM ET. (ESPN -- Basketball)
Clippers Griffin out with broken kneecap Oct 27, 2009
Gus Ruelas / APLos Angeles Clippers forward Blake Griffin is double-teamed during Friday's game ... LOS ANGELES - Blake Griffins NBA debut has been pushed back indefinitely after the Los Angeles Clippers revealed late Monday night that their No. 1 overall draft pick has a broken left kneecap. (MSNBC -- Sports)
NBA Pacific Division Preview Oct 27, 2009
The Golden State Warriors, Los Angeles Clippers, Los Angeles Lakers, Phoenix Suns, and Sacramento Kings will all due battle in a division where the Lakers are expected to dominate ... Los Angeles Clippers Season Preview. (Suite101.com)
Suns gain rights to Collins Oct 27, 2009
Collins will join the Suns' practice today in preparation for Wednesday's season opener at the Los Angeles Clippers. Collins, 30, is a 6-foot-11, 249-pound center who played eight seasons with Utah. (AZCentral -- Sports)
