"We might need to get everyone in the league on a Zoom and brainstorm some ideas [to fix the Clippers]," one executive joked. "Invite everybody except Sam." The fact the Clippers don't control their draft pick makes this situation far more complicated.

The Clippers aren’t alone, however. They’re only a piece of a much broader story about risk management that has left a plethora of teams exposed to worst-case draft scenarios. The bill is coming due soon in several other situations where unprotected picks or swaps traded in heady moments of star acquisition earlier this decade now hang over teams that should otherwise be starting a rebuild.

The Los Angeles Clippers surprised many when they announced overnight that they are parting ways with veteran point guard Chris Paul, but there reportedly were deeper issues that led to the decision.

All-Star Homecourt Hoops is a signature community initiative leading into NBA All-Star 2026, the first-ever NBA All-Star hosted at the Clippers’ new home, Intuit Dome. The league’s annual midseason showcase features an all-new U.S. vs. the World format, taking place on Sunday, Feb. 15 at 2 p.m. PT/5 p.m. ET on NBC.

The 75th All-Star Game is near and the Clippers and Intuit Dome are already gearing up to host! To celebrate and get fans excited they're giving away over 5,500 homecourt hoops. We're joined in studio with LA Clipper's legend,

After the Los Angeles Clippers announced they will be parting ways with veteran point guard Chris Paul, many are wondering what's next for the longtime floor general.