Clippers' Kevin Porter: Back to bench role Thursday
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Porter is not in the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Wizards.
Porter ended with 26 points (12-21 FG, 2-6 3Pt), seven rebounds, seven assists and three steals in 39 minutes during Wednesday's 117-113 overtime loss to the Celtics, but the impressive stat line won't hand him another start. James Harden (groin) will return from a one-game absence, so Porter will return to his regular backup role.
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Clippers' Kevin Porter: Shines despite loss to Boston
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Porter ended with 26 points (12-21 FG, 2-6 3Pt), seven rebounds, seven assists and three steals in 39 minutes during Wednesday's 117-113 overtime loss to the Celtics.
The Clippers started several non-regulars Wednesday since they were without James Harden (groin), Norman Powell (back) and Kris Dunn (knee), meaning Porter got the chance to play an expanded role in the backcourt. It's safe to say he didn't disappoint, finishing as one of the Clippers' leading scorers while also ending just three boards and three dimes away from a double-double. That said, Harden could return to the hardwood in the second leg of this back-to-back set against the Wizards on Thursday, meaning Porter's fantasy upside will take a severe hit if he returns to his regular bench role.
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Clippers' Kevin Porter: Starting Wednesday
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Porter is part of the first unit for Wednesday's matchup against the Celtics, Joey Linn of SI.com reports.
The Clippers are without James Harden (groin), Norman Powell (back) and Kris Dunn (knee) on Wednesday, allowing for Porter to enter the first unit for the second time this season. In his last eight games, Porter has averaged 8.4 points, 4.0 assists and 2.3 rebounds spanning 18.0 minutes.
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Clippers' Kevin Porter: Leaving rotation Wednesday
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Clippers head coach Tyronn Lue said that Porter won't be included in the rotation for Wednesday's game against the Nets, Tomer Azarly of ClutchPoints.com reports.
Lue didn't indicate whether Porter's absence from the rotation will be a one-game move, or a permanent one. In any case, it's not an ideal development for Porter, who has struggled in his first season in Los Angeles. Over 34 appearances, Porter is averaging 9.6 points, 3.4 rebounds, 3.3 assists, 1.0 steals and 0.6 three-pointers in 19.7 minutes while shooting shooting a career-low 24.4 percent from downtown and 62.7 percent from the free-throw line. Terance Mann is expected to take Porter's spot on the second unit Wednesday.
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Clippers' Kevin Porter: Plays well in loss
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Porter provided seven points (3-5 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 0-1 FT), six rebounds, seven assists and one steal in 19 minutes during Monday's 108-106 loss to the Timberwolves.
Porter's upside isn't going to be as high going forward with the Clippers slowly ramping up Kawhi Leonard. Porter figures to remain a key part of the offense for the second unit, however, and he's fared well over his last nine games with 10.1 points, 4.2 rebounds, 4.2 assists, 1.0 steals and 0.8 three-pointers.
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Clippers' Kevin Porter: Contributes off bench in return
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Porter registered five points (2-9 FG, 1-2 3Pt), two rebounds and four assists across 16 minutes during Monday's 116-113 victory over the Pelicans.
Porter returned Monday after missing Friday's contest due to an illness, coming off the bench and providing a nice boost while leading all second-unit players in assists. Porter should continue to see his minute total and production increase as he gets back to full strength.
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Clippers' Kevin Porter: Available for Monday
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Porter (illness) is off the injury report for Monday's game against the Pelicans, independent NBA writer Justin Russo reports.
Porter missed Friday's game against the Warriors due to an illness, but he is set to return to action Monday. Over his last five contests, Porter has averaged 13.4 points, 4.6 rebounds, 3.4 assists and 1.6 steals in 23.4 minutes per game.
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Clippers' Kevin Porter: Won't play against Golden State
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Porter (illness) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Warriors, Tomer Azarly of ClutchPoints.com reports.
Porter was a late addition to the injury report due to an illness, and it is severe enough for him to be sidelined for Friday's contest. He'll have the weekend to work through the illness, with his next opportunity to play being Monday against the Pelicans. Porter's absence should mean more playing time for Bones Hyland, Amir Coffey and Jordan Miller.
Clippers' Kevin Porter: Late addition to report Friday
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Porter (illness) is questionable for Friday's game against the Warriors, Tomer Azarly of ClutchPoints.com reports.
Porter was a late addition to the injury report due to the illness, and he will likely be a game-time call for Friday's contest. The 24-year-old has carved out a significant role off the bench this season, and if he is sidelined, Amir Coffey, Jordan Miller and Bones Hyland are candidates for an uptick in playing time.
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Clippers' Kevin Porter: Shines off bench in loss
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Porter ended Saturday's 113-97 loss to the Mavericks with 19 points (8-12 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 1-2 FT), two rebounds, three assists and one steal in 27 minutes.
Porter provided a much-needed lift off the Clippers bench in Saturday's matchup, leading all reserves in scoring and threes made while finishing one point shy of the 20-point mark. Porter tied a season high in scoring and has tallied at least 15 points in six appearances.
Porter is not in the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Nuggets, Joey Linn of SI.com reports.
Porter got the start against the Rockets on Sunday and finished with 19 points, six assists, two rebounds and two steals across 37 minutes. However, he'll return to the bench in this one since James Harden will recover his regular spot in the first unit. Porter is averaging 8.8 points, 3.5 rebounds and 2.8 assists per game off the bench this season.
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Clippers' Kevin Porter: Drops season-high 19 in return
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Porter (ankle) closed Sunday's 117-106 loss to the Rockets with 19 points (8-18 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 1-2 FT), six assists, two rebounds and two steals in 37 minutes.
Making his first start of the season in his return from a three-game absence due to an ankle sprain, Porter set a new season-high scoring mark as he saw his biggest shot volume of the campaign. The fifth-year guard was getting the start due to James Harden (groin) and Terance Mann (finger) being unavailable. The Clippers are off until Friday's game against the Nuggets, and assuming Harden is back for that contest, Porter will likely head back to the bench and see a steep reduction in playing time.
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Clippers' Kevin Porter: Drawing spot start
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Porter is starting at point guard Sunday against the Rockets, Law Murray of The Athletic reports.
Porter will get a chance to run with the starters due to the absence of James Harden (groin). This marks the USC product's first start of the 2024-25 campaign.
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Clippers' Kevin Porter: Not on injury report
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Porter (ankle) was not on the injury report ahead of Sunday's game against the Rockets.
Porter is poised to return Sunday from a three-game absence due to a right ankle sprain. He's averaging 8.8 points, 3.5 rebounds and 2.9 assists over 18.7 minutes per game this season while coming off the bench.
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Clippers' Kevin Porter: Likely to return Sunday
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Per head coach Ty Lue on Saturday, Porter (ankle) is expected to play Sunday against Houston, Joey Linn of SI.com reports.
Porter has been sidelined for the Clippers' last three games due to a sprained right ankle. He was able to work through Saturday's practice and is on track to return to action Sunday. In the nine games prior to his injury, Porter averaged 10.9 points, 4.0 rebounds, 3.1 assists and 1.1 steals over 22.7 minutes per game.
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Clippers' Kevin Porter: Out again Wednesday
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Porter (ankle) will not play Wednesday versus Minnesota, Ohm Youngmisuk of ESPN.com reports.
Porter will be sidelined for a third consecutive contest due to a sprained left ankle. His next opportunity to take the court comes Sunday versus his former team with the Rockets coming to town.
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Clippers' Kevin Porter: Won't go vs. Blazers
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Porter (ankle) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against Portland, Joey Linn of SI.com reports.
Porter is set to miss his second straight game due to a left ankle sprain, though he remains day-to-day moving forward, according to Linn. His next chance to suit up will arrive Wednesday against the Timberwolves.
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Clippers' Kevin Porter: Productive off bench Friday
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Porter had 17 points (6-10 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 4-5 FT), seven rebounds, three assists and three steals across 24 minutes during Friday's 93-92 loss to the Timberwolves.
Despite coming off the bench, Porter finished as the Clippers' second-best scorer behind only James Harden, who posted 20 points in this low-scoring contest. The 17-point output was a season-high mark for him, and it also represented his fourth game with double-digit points off the bench in the Clippers' last six contests. Porter has scored at least 10 points in 10 different games this season.
