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Keaton Wagler Held to Seven Points in Clippers Debut
Los Angeles Clippers guard Keaton Wagler finished with seven points, two rebounds, one assist, and one three-pointer in Thursday's 91-85 Summer League loss to the Sacramento Kings. The No. 5 overall pick had a rough first outing, shooting just 1-for-7 from the field while Sacramento's pressure kept him from finding much rhythm. Wagler's fantasy appeal is still tied to his shooting and playmaking after a strong freshman season at Illinois, but this was a reminder that efficiency and physicality could be early hurdles. He will look to respond Sunday against Utah.
Source: NBA
Source: NBA
Jordan Miller Inks Three-Year Deal with Clippers
Los Angeles Clippers guard Jordan Miller has signed a new deal with the organization on Friday. According to Shams Charania, Miller has inked a three-year, $15.3 million deal with the Clippers. Miller joined the free agent pool as a restricted free agent, but has ultimately decided to return to Los Angeles. He took on a bigger role this past season and has impressed enough to earn himself a new three-year deal. He averaged 10.0 points, 2.3 assists, and 3.0 rebounds across 22.1 minutes per game in 60 contests this past season. The departure of Kawhi Leonard figures to open up a larger role for Miller in the rotation. The Clippers also drafted Keaton Wagler and acquired Brandon Ingram and Gradey Dick in the Leonard trade. There are a few new faces in Los Angeles, so we'll see how the team decides to shake out the rotation.
Source: Shams Charania
Source: Shams Charania
Bogdan Bogdanovic Signs With Rockets on One-Year Deal
Free-agent guard Bogdan Bogdanovic has agreed to a one-year deal with the Houston Rockets, according to Shams Charania of ESPN. The veteran gives Houston a proven perimeter scorer for his 10th NBA season, but last year was rough. Bogdanovic averaged just 7.4 points, 2.6 rebounds, and 2.2 assists across 23 games, well below his usual production. The Rockets are betting on his shooting track record, as he owns a 38.1% career mark from three. For fantasy purposes, Bogdanovic needs a healthy season and consistent bench volume to become more than a streaky scoring option.
Source: Shams Charania
Source: Shams Charania
Kobe Sanders Lands Multi-Year Deal With Clippers
Los Angeles Clippers wing Kobe Sanders has agreed to a new four-year, $11.2 million contract to remain with the team, according to ESPN's Shams Charania. A second-round pick in 2025, Sanders exceeded rookie-season expectations, averaging 7.3 points on 40.8% from three-point land in 19.9 minutes per game. The Clippers traded away Kawhi Leonard earlier in the day, opening the door for Sanders to take on an expanded role in the Los Angeles offense, even with the arrival of Brandon Ingram.
Source: Shams Charania - ESPN
Source: Shams Charania - ESPN
Gradey Dick Being Traded to the Clippers
Toronto Raptors guard Gradey Dick is part of a larger package being sent to Los Angeles in exchange for All-Star forward Kawhi Leonard, according to ESPN's Shams Charania. The Clippers are receiving Dick, Brandon Ingram, and multiple future draft picks. The 22-year-old fell out of favor north of the border last season, playing just 14 minutes a night and barely appearing in Toronto's first-round loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers. That was, in large part, due to a sharp decline in his shooting percentage. Initially drafted as a sharpshooter, Dick shot just 30.1% from three-point land en route to six points per game. The Clippers are currently rostering a deep backcourt, so Dick is unlikely to carve out a consistent role with his new team.
Source: Shams Charania - ESPN
Source: Shams Charania - ESPN
Jordan Miller Receives Qualifying Offer
Los Angeles Clippers forward Jordan Miller has been extended a qualifying offer from the organization. The Clippers have decided to decline Miller's team option, but he could still stick around in Los Angeles. This past season, Miller averaged a career-high 10.0 points, 3.0 rebounds, and 2.3 assists across 22.1 minutes per game in 60 contests. The 26-year-old finally got a chance to play decent minutes and showed he can be a consistent scoring option. If Miller stays with the Clippers, his role would likely expand, assuming the Clippers do trade Kawhi Leonard. Otherwise, Miller's overall fantasy value will be dependent on where he ends up in free agency.
Source: Michael Scotto
Source: Michael Scotto
Bennedict Mathurin Tendered a Qualifying Offer
According to Michael Scotto of USA Today, the Los Angeles Clippers tendered guard/forward Bennedict Mathurin a qualifying offer on Monday. The move makes the 24-year-old a restricted free agent, allowing the Clippers to match any contract offer he receives from another team. Mathurin joined the Clippers following last season's Ivica Zubac trade. In 26 games with Los Angeles, he averaged 17.4 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 2.5 assists in 28.0 minutes per contest.
Source: Michael Scotto
Source: Michael Scotto
Bradley Beal Joins the Free Agency Player Pool
Los Angeles Clippers guard Bradley Beal declined his $5.6 million player option for the upcoming season, making the veteran a free agent. According to Law Murray of The Athletic, there is mutual interest between Beal and the Clippers for a new contract. Beal has played six total games for the franchise, averaging 8.2 points and 1.7 assists in 20.2 minutes per game before a season-ending injury. The injuries have been a concern, dating back to his Washington days. He last played more than 60 games in the 2018-2019 season.
Source: Law Murray - The Athletic
Source: Law Murray - The Athletic
Clippers Pick Keaton Wagler at No. 5 in the 2026 NBA Draft
The Los Angeles Clippers will take Illinois guard Keaton Wagler with the No. 5 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. The 19-year-old brings size and shooting to the perimeter after averaging 17.9 points, 5.1 rebounds, and 4.2 assists with 45/40/80 shooting splits as a freshman. Wagler also earned Big Ten Freshman of the Year, first-team All-Big Ten, and consensus second-team All-American honors while helping Illinois reach the Final Four. His off-ball shooting gives him a path to early minutes next to Darius Garland, while the fantasy ceiling will hinge on how quickly he develops into a higher-usage playmaker.
Source: Jake Fischer
Source: Jake Fischer
Clippers Impressed With Brayden Burries
The Los Angeles Clippers were reportedly impressed with Arizona guard Brayden Burries during a recent visit on Tuesday. It sounds like Burries is in the running to be taken at No. 5 by the Clippers. Burries is a highly coveted prospect after averaging 16.1 points, 4.9 rebounds, and 2.4 assists with the Wildcats this past season. The Dallas Mavericks and Golden State Warriors have also been linked to Burries, but the Clippers will select the highest among the three teams. The Clippers have also been linked to Keaton Wagler and Mikel Brown Jr. as possible options at No. 5.
Source: Jake Fischer
Source: Jake Fischer
Nuggets Showing Interest in Bogdan Bogdanovic
The Denver Nuggets are reportedly showing interest in veteran guard Bogdan Bogdanovic. The Nuggets are targeting Bogdanovic to pair him with fellow countryman Nikola Jokic. The duo looked great together during their time on the Serbian national team. This past season, Bogdanovic finished with 7.4 points, 2.6 rebounds, and 2.2 assists in 19.7 minutes per game in 23 contests with the Los Angeles Clippers. His best days are likely behind him, but Bogdanovic could still be a key rotational piece for a contending team like the Nuggets.
Source: eurohoops.net
Source: eurohoops.net
Bogdan Bogdanovic Drawing European Interest
LA Clippers guard/forward Bogdan Bogdanovic has drawn interest from Real Madrid and Panathinaikos, according to Sportando. The report notes that Bogdanovic's contract is set to expire soon, although the Clippers hold an option to extend the deal for one more season. The 33-year-old had a quiet 2025-26 campaign, averaging 7.4 points, 2.6 rebounds, and 2.2 assists while shooting 38.8 percent from the field. A return to Europe would remove him from NBA fantasy consideration, while another year with the Clippers would likely leave him as more of a fringe shooting specialist than a steady contributor.
Source: Sportando
Source: Sportando
