Overview
- Ivica Zubac has progressed to on-court activity after a Grade 2 left ankle sprain, indicating recovery steps but not a confirmed game return, per reporter Joey Linn.
- Bogdan Bogdanovic will miss the remainder of the homestand as he undergoes treatment for residual left hamstring and hip weakness, with his road-trip status listed as TBD.
- Los Angeles has won six straight after a 6-21 start, restoring momentum during the stretch without Zubac and Bogdanovic.
- The Clippers have outscored opponents by an average of 21 points during the streak, a notable mark for a team that was 15-plus games below .500.
- Brook Lopez has filled Zubac’s center minutes effectively, while Kawhi Leonard has driven the surge with explosive scoring and strong defensive production.