Lakers Player Ratings: Reaves Drops 28 On Elite Efficiency To Take Down Clippers
The Lakers won their second game of the season after a 125-117 victory against the Clippers behind an All-Star performance from Austin Reaves.
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Austin Reaves' Clippers takeover put Lakers' offseason commitment in perspective
Letting the Austin Reaves leave was never an option for the Los Angeles Lakers. The win over the LA Clippers showed exactly why.
Lakers Beat Clippers, Box Score Stats, Highlights for Luka Doncic, Reaves, Kessler, Top Players
The Los Angeles Lakers won their second straight game to begin the season on Friday after defeating the Los Angeles Clippers at home on Friday evening, 125-117.
Austin Reaves, Walker Kessler lead Lakers to win over Clippers
The Los Angeles Lakers fend off a late Clippers rally to win 125-117 on Oct. 23, 2026 at Crypto.com Arena. Austin Reaves shines with 26 points, while Walker Kessler adds 14 and a crucial steal‑and‑ dunk. Brook Lopez pours in 22, and the entire Lakers starting five scores in double figures. After a double‑digit lead in the third, the Clippers trim the margin, but timely buckets from Reaves, Kessler and Collin Sexton secure the victory, giving L.A. its second win of the season.
Lakers fans fall further in love with Walker Kessler after steal-slam dunk combo
The Los Angeles Lakers appear to have struck gold by acquiring Walker Kessler from the Utah Jazz. After dazzling fans with his impressive dunking display on opening night, Kessler once again captured their attention during Friday’s matchup against the Los Angeles Clippers. Kessler’s steal-and-slam dunk combination in the first quarter of Friday’s game was just […] The post Lakers fans fall further in love with Walker Kessler after steal-slam dunk combo appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Blake Griffin drops ‘confused’ admission on Chris Paul’s Clippers exit before retirement
The LA Clippers are entering a new era of basketball after having moved on from Kawhi Leonard, James Harden, and Ivica Zubac, but one thing fans still aren’t able to fully get over is the way the franchise moved on from Chris Paul. Paul and the Clippers parted ways last December, when the franchise elected […] The post Blake Griffin drops ‘confused’ admission on Chris Paul’s Clippers exit before retirement appeared first on ClutchPoints .
JJ Redick hopeful for quick Jake LaRavia injury return
LOS ANGELES – The Los Angeles Lakers seemingly avoided a major blow during their season opener against the Golden State Warriors when Jake LaRavia was forced to leave the game early due to an ankle injury. He was ruled out for the team’s game against the LA Clippers on Friday, but head coach JJ Redick […] The post JJ Redick hopeful for quick Jake LaRavia injury return appeared first on ClutchPoints .
How to watch Lakers vs Clippers: NBA, live stream, TV channel
The Lakers host the Clippers on Friday, Oct. 23, 2026, at 10 p.m. ET in the first Battle of LA of the 2026‑27 season. The game airs on Spectrum SportsNet (ClipperVision) and streams free on DIRECTV. Both clubs enter unbeaten: L.A. opened with a 127‑105 win over Golden State, highlighted by Luka Doncic’s 28 points and Walker Kessler’s perfect 12‑for‑12 night; the Clippers beat Sacramento 121‑96 behind Darius Garland’s 30 points. With LeBron gone and Kawhi departed, the matchup showcases each team’s new‑era stars.
Suns owner Mat Ishbia reacts to Clippers owner Steve Ballmer, Kawhi Leonard saga
The NBA officially closed their investigation into the LA Clippers regarding potential salary cap circumvention regarding Kawhi Leonard, and the official punishments were handed down. With everybody in the world weighing in on the situation, Phoenix Suns owner Mat Ishbia was one of the latest to express his thoughts, as per Daniel Roberts of Front […] The post Suns owner Mat Ishbia reacts to Clippers owner Steve Ballmer, Kawhi Leonard saga appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Could Gary Trent Jr. cap circumvention be worse than Kawhi Leonard, Clippers?
The NBA has closed their investigation into the LA Clippers and Kawhi Leonard regarding cap circumvention, and punishments have been handed down. The next league investigation that has been underway and also deals with potential salary cap circumvention is with the Milwaukee Bucks and Gary Trent Jr. At the basis of the NBA’s investigation into […] The post Could Gary Trent Jr. cap circumvention be worse than Kawhi Leonard, Clippers? appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Lakers Make Decision on Jake LaRavia After Ankle Injury
Los Angeles Lakers forward Jake LaRavia will miss Friday's game against the Los Angeles Clippers due to an ankle injury. The post Lakers Make Decision on Jake LaRavia After Ankle Injury appeared first on LA Sports Report.
Suns’ Mat Ishbia backs Steve Ballmer, praises Clippers punishment
Mat Ishbia still thinks Steve Ballmer is a great owner. He also thinks the NBA was right to come down hard on him. The Suns owner offered both assessments during an interview with Dan Roberts for Front Office Sports’ Portfolio Players, addressing the Clippers’ salary cap circumvention scandal and Ballmer’s one-year suspension. “I think Steve […] The post Suns’ Mat Ishbia backs Steve Ballmer, praises Clippers punishment appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Collin Sexton to make Lakers debut vs. Clippers, Jake LaRavia out
Collin Sexton finally gets cleared to debut for the Los Angeles Lakers in Friday's matchup against the Los Angeles Clippers after missing the preseason and the season opener with a calf strain. Meanwhile, rookie forward Jake LaRavia is listed as questionable with a right‑ankle sprain after spraining it in garbage time against Golden State, though the injury may be short‑term. With Sexton available, the Lakers retain the same six‑man rotation despite LaRavia's status, while the Clippers enter the game with a longer injury list that includes Bradley Beal and Brandon Ingram.
Suns owner Mat Ishbia reacts to Clippers and Steve Ballmer’s punishment
Suns owner Mat Ishbia praises NBA Commissioner Adam Silver’s handling of the Clippers’ cap‑circumvention scandal involving All‑Star Kawhi Leonard. Ishbia says the punishment—five forfeited first‑round picks from 2029‑2033, a $30 million fine and a one‑year ban for owner Steve Ballmer and key staff—sets a clear tone that rules will be enforced with severe consequences. While he remains friends with Ballmer, Ishbia stresses that consistent, tough penalties are essential to protect league integrity.
Lakers vs. Clippers Prediction: Preview, Injury Report, Team Advantages, And X-Factors
The Los Angeles Lakers host the LA Clippers at Crypto.com Arena on Friday, October 23, at 10:00 p.m. ET.
Clippers vs Lakers Preview: Both 1-0 in Early West Showdown
The Los Angeles Lakers host the LA Clippers on Friday at crypto.com Arena in a Western Conference matchup between two teams that opened the season with wins.
Lakers Game Preview: Game 2 vs Clippers
The first “take care of business” game against the crosstown rivals
Pacific Notes: Hachimura, Wagler, Sexton, Lakers, Monk
Rui Hachimura, after a three‑year stint with the Lakers, signs a two‑year, $28 million contract with the Clippers and praises both organizations ahead of their upcoming matchups. Rookie Keaton Wagler shines in his Clippers debut, posting 15 points, five rebounds and five assists in a win over Sacramento. Meanwhile, former Laker Collin Sexton, cleared of a calf strain, makes his first appearance for Los Angeles, while the Lakers also list Malik Monk as probable after preseason ankle issues. The article previews Friday’s Clippers‑Lakers clash and Wednesday’s home opener against Portland.
Lakers vs. Clippers Preview: The season’s first battle of L.A.
The Lakers (1-0) open the season with a win over the Warriors and now face the Clippers (1-0) in the first Battle of L.A. on Oct. 23, 7 p.m. PT at Crypto.com Arena, televised on Spectrum Sportsnet. L.A. star Luka Dončić led a paint‑dominant Lakers effort, while the Clippers, missing Kawhi Leonard and coping with injuries to Brandon Ingram, Max Strus and Bradley Beal, rely on Darius Garland’s 30‑point performance against Sacramento. Key matchup storylines include Walker Kessler vs. Isaiah Jackson/Brook Lopez and former Laker Rui Hachimura on the Clippers side. Injury reports leave several players out for both squads, making depth and coaching adjustments pivotal.
Lakers vs. Clippers Injury Report: 7 Players Ruled Out For LA Showdown
Multiple players are out or questionable in blockbuster Lakers-Clippers battle.
Collin Sexton cleared for Lakers debut amid calf injury, Jake LaRavia questionable
Veteran guard Collin Sexton was cleared to make his Los Angeles Lakers debut on Friday against the LA Clippers as he was no longer listed on the team’s injury report. Sexton had been sidelined for all preseason and had only recently begun fully participating in practice amid a calf injury. Collin Sexton was initially listed […] The post Collin Sexton cleared for Lakers debut amid calf injury, Jake LaRavia questionable appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Cavaliers' biggest trade regret might be the player they sent to Los Angeles
The Cavaliers got what they wanted in Peyton Watson, but losing Max Strus could leave Cleveland regretting what it gave up to get him.
Clippers Dedicate Season-Opening Win to Steve Ballmer Amid Suspension
Los Angeles Clippers head coach Ty Lue and his players made sure to shout out owner Steve Ballmer following their opening night win. The post Clippers Dedicate Season-Opening Win to Steve Ballmer Amid Suspension appeared first on LA Sports Report.
Clippers’ Keaton Wagler reaches feat previously done by only LeBron James
The LA Clippers got their 2026-27 regular season off to a strong start on Wednesday night with a monster win over the visiting Sacramento Kings. Darius Garland led the way for the Clippers, but it was Keaton Wagler who impressed everyone. The Clippers defeated the Kings, 121-96, in their season opener, leading wire-to-wire and by […] The post Clippers’ Keaton Wagler reaches feat previously done by only LeBron James appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Keaton Wagler Gets Off to Hot Start in Clippers Debut
Los Angeles Clippers rookie guard Keaton Wagler put on a show in his NBA debut Wednesday as the Clippers took down the Sacramento Kings. The post Keaton Wagler Gets Off to Hot Start in Clippers Debut appeared first on LA Sports Report.
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