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Luka Doncic returned to the Lakers lineup with 38 points and 11 assists, leading Los Angeles to a 125-122 win over the Clippers at Crypto.com Arena, with LeBron James adding 13 points and 11 assists and Austin Reaves contributing 29. Kawhi Leonard left late with left ankle soreness after scoring 31, but the Lakers’ rare on-court trio continued to build chemistry as they improve to 34-21.
James Harden’s contract dispute with the Los Angeles Clippers—who offered limited guaranteed money for the second year—pushed him to accept a trade to the Cleveland Cavaliers, with Los Angeles receiving Darius Garland and a second‑round pick. Cleveland aims to compete immediately with Harden alongside Donovan Mitchell, Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen, while Houston’s earlier attempts to reunite with him were rebuffed and the Clippers pivot toward a rebuild.
Indiana trades Bennedict Mathurin, Isaiah Jackson, two first-round picks (one 2026 protected 1-4 and 10-30; if not conveyed, an unprotected 2031 first) and a 2029 unprotected first, plus a second, to the Clippers to land Ivica Zubac and Kobe Brown. The move gives Indiana a much-needed center upgrade ahead of Tyrese Haliburton’s return, while Zubac (under contract through 2027-28) averages about 14.4 points and 11.0 rebounds this season and Mathurin is set to be an RFA this offseason.
The Cleveland Cavaliers routed the Los Angeles Clippers 124-91, led by Donovan Mitchell’s 29 points, 9 assists and 4 steals as he energized the lineup after recent additions. Jarrett Allen anchored the paint with a double-double-like impact, while a productive bench (including Jaylon Tyson and Sam Merrill) and contributions from Dennis Schröder and Thomas Bryant highlighted the Cavs’ depth and energy in a wire-to-wire win.
The Cavaliers officially acquire James Harden from the Clippers in exchange for Darius Garland, with Cavs president Koby Altman praising Harden’s elite playmaking and playoff experience while acknowledging the significant cost of trading a younger star; the move is framed as boosting playoff readiness in a wide-open Eastern Conference.
Chris Paul was traded from the Clippers to the Toronto Raptors in a three‑team deal that also involves the Brooklyn Nets. The Nets receive Ochai Agbaji, a 2032 Raptors second‑round pick and cash; the Clippers obtain the rights to Vana Marinkovic. The Raptors reportedly won’t require Paul to report to the team, and his playing status remains uncertain with potential further moves or a buyout possible before the deadline.
The Los Angeles Clippers agreed to trade James Harden to the Cleveland Cavaliers for injured point guard Darius Garland and a second-round pick, with the deal reported as finalized by multiple outlets. The move pivots the Clippers away from the Harden/Kawhi era as Cleveland looks to boost its title chances in a wide-open Eastern Conference, though Garland’s health has been a factor and Harden’s contract considerations — including a sizable player option next season — shape the teams’ outlooks.
The Cavaliers have acquired James Harden from the Clippers in exchange for Darius Garland and Cleveland’s second-round pick, sending Garland to Los Angeles. Harden will join Donovan Mitchell in a powerful backcourt for Cleveland, while Garland looks to rebound from a toe injury on a younger Clippers roster. The deal involves Bird rights and cap considerations, with Harden’s upcoming contract option and possible impact on the tax apron.
In a blockbuster swap, the Cleveland Cavaliers acquire James Harden to pair with Donovan Mitchell, while the Los Angeles Clippers receive Darius Garland and a 2026 second-round pick, reshaping both teams’ backcourts as Harden’s experience meets Garland’s youth.
SB Nation outlines three hypothetical James Harden trades at the NBA trade deadline: sending Harden to Cleveland for Darius Garland (plus a pick swap), returning him to Houston with Durant in win-now mode, and a salary-dump swap to Atlanta, all while the Clippers preserve cap space into 2027.
Dominick Barlow erupted for 26 points and 16 rebounds (10 offensive) to spark a 128-113 road win for the Sixers over the Clippers, as Tyrese Maxey heated up from three and Joel Embiid found his groove after a rough start. With Harden rumors swirling about a potential trade, Philly’s performance and looming implications for Clippers picks added a layer of intrigue, while the Sixers disrupted Kawhi Leonard and controlled the game with strong two-way play throughout.
The Cavaliers and Clippers have moved advanced in talks on a deal that would send James Harden to Cleveland in exchange for Darius Garland, with no agreement reached yet; Harden has been a heavy contributor for the Clippers (25.4 PPG in 35.4 MPG) while Garland has been limited by injuries (toe surgery to start the season and an ankle sprain), and Harden was unavailable for Monday for personal reasons.
Clippers guard James Harden moved into 9th place on the NBA’s all-time scoring list with 28,598 career points in 1,187 regular-season games, after a 32-point, 10-assist night in a 117-109 win over the Hornets. He passed Shaquille O’Neal (28,596) and trails Wilt Chamberlain (31,419) for eighth, while LeBron James leads all-time with 42,601. Harden also sits 12th in assists and second in career 3-pointers.
The Utah Jazz unexpectedly defeated the Los Angeles Clippers 129-108 in a dominant wire-to-wire victory, highlighted by strong performances from Keyonte George, Lauri Markkanen, and Walker Kessler, with the debut of Ace Bailey limited by illness and fatigue. The Jazz showcased depth and promising talent, raising expectations for the season.
Several members of the Los Angeles Clippers are considering parting ways with Kawhi Leonard due to his injury history, difficult camp, and recent controversies involving financial misconduct. Leonard, a key player with a history of injuries and limited playoff appearances, is nearing free agency in 2027, and the team is reportedly unhappy with his impact and off-court issues.