Los Angeles Clippers Wiretap

Clippers Won't Look To Deal Cassell

ESPN.com has reported that Clippers' owner Donald Sterling is against dealing Sam Cassell because he still feels as though Los Angeles has a chance at making the playoffs.

Boston is looking for help a the point guard position and might settle for Damon Stoudamire if they don't think a player like Cassell is on the market.

Via ESPN.com


Diaz Done With Clippers

The Clippers decided not to sign Guillermo Diaz after his second 10-day contract expired, according to the Los Angeles Times.

Diaz had a per 40 FIC of 7.0 in just 18 minutes of play.

Other guards are expected to be evaluated for 10-day contracts.

Via RealGM Staff Report


Brand Cleared To Start Running

Los Angeles Clippers' forward Elton Brand had his surgically repaired left Achilles tendon re-examined today by Dr. Craig Morgan at Christiana Care’s Wilmington Hospital in Wilmington, Delaware. During the examination Brand was advised by Dr. Morgan that he has been cleared to begin extensive running and jumping exercises on the court. Brand is scheduled to be examined by team physician Dr. Tony Daly upon his return to Los Angeles. The next step in the rehabilitation process will lead to Brand returning to team drills and his eventual return to full practice. Brand originally sustained the injury during his daily workout on Friday, August 3rd at the Spectrum Club South Bay in El Segundo, California. Dr. Morgan performed the surgery to repair the injury on Tuesday, August 7th.

Via RealGM Staff Report


Clippers Jan 2008 Archive

  • Maggette For Terry Trade Was Agreed Upon During Summer?

    The Los Angeles Times reports that the Clippers and Mavericks agreed to a trade that would have sent Corey Maggette to Dallas in exchange for Jason Terry.

  • Brand Unlikely To Opt Out?

    This summer, Elton Brand can elect to opt out of his contract to become a free agent, but owner Donald Sterling does not anticipate that happening.

  • Sterling Puts It On Dunleavy To Win

    Mike Dunleavy and Elgin Baylor both received warnings from Clippers' owner Don Sterling recently to start winning or changes will be made, the L.

  • Clippers Receive Calls On Brand, Kaman And Cassell

    Several teams have offered trade proposals to the Clippers for injured forward Elton Brand and center Chris Kaman, said coach Mike Dunleavy to the Los Angeles Times.

  • Clippers Sign Diaz To 2nd 10-Day Contract

    The Los Angeles Clippers signed guard Guillermo Diaz to a second consecutive 10-day contract today.

  • Deals For Cassell Being Discussed

    Coach Mike Dunleavy declined to discuss Sam Cassell's status specifically but did address trade talks heading into the deadline.

  • Clippers Receive Encouraging Report On Livingston

    The Clippers received an encouraging report on guard Shaun Livingston, who hasn't played since severely injuring his left knee 10 1/2 months ago.

  • Clippers' Knight Has Fibula Stress Reaction

    Los Angeles Clippers' point guard Brevin Knight underwent an MRI prior to practice this morning which revealed a left fibula stress reaction.

  • Mobley: 'We Need An Identity'

    Following a recent loss to the Spurs, players like Chris Kaman and Corey Maggette spoke of the need to keep fighting, of their energetic play against the Spurs, of hope in the future for a beat-up team whose starting lineup has become a nightly guessing game.

  • Clippers Sign Guillermo Diaz To 10-Day Deal

    Guillermo Diaz of the Anaheim Arsenal signed a 10-day contract with the Los Angeles Clippers on Tuesday, making him the 10th D-League call-up of the season.

  • Knight Has Fibula Stress Reaction

    Los Angeles Clippers' point guard Brevin Knight underwent an MRI prior to practice this morning which revealed a left fibula stress reaction.

  • Clippers Waive Richie Frahm

    The Los Angeles Clippers today waived guard Richie Frahm.

  • Brand And Livingston Think March 1st Too Early For Return?

    Elton Brand recently expressed concern that the March 1 target date for his return was too early.

  • Cassell Not Having Fun

    Sam Cassell is not having fun with the Clippers but says he is not at the point of asking for a trade.... yet.

  • Clippers' Davis Undergoes Successful Knee Surgery

    Los Angeles Clippers' forward Paul Davis underwent successful surgery yesterday to repair the torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) and torn lateral meniscus in his right knee.

  • Kaman Still Hesitant On Becoming A Vocal Leader

    The play, frustration, and biting comments after Monday's win over the Minnesota Timberwolves all pointed to that of an emerging vocal team leader.