LA Clippers DVOA, Stats, & NBA Rankings

Los Angeles Clippers guard James Harden (shoulder) will play on Saturday versus Chicago. He carried a questionable designation heading into this one because of a strained left shoulder. But the injury won't be enough to keep him out of the lineup versus the Bulls. The 34-year-old has averaged 17.7 points, 8.3 assists, and 5.1 boards this season, down from the 2022-23 campaign. However, he's still a reliable fantasy option, even though his MVP days are over. Fantasy managers need to make sure he's in their fantasy lineups. Yet, DFS participants should think twice, especially since the Clippers' starting unit could see fewer minutes than usual in preparation for Sunday's matchup with the Milwaukee Bucks.

Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (groin) will suit up for Saturday's game against Chicago. The 32-year-old has had an MVP-caliber season, averaging 24.1 points, 6.2 rebounds, and 1.8 steals. While those numbers are impressive, he has missed just five games this season, which is even more appreciated by fantasy managers. That said, the Clippers will play the Bucks on Sunday, meaning Leonard, Paul George (knee), and James Harden (shoulder) could see less work than usual if Los Angeles builds a decisive lead, which is certainly possible versus the 31-32 Bulls.

Los Angeles Clippers guard James Harden (shoulder) for Saturday's matchup against the Chicago Bulls may not suit up due to a left shoulder injury. This new injury poses a challenge for Harden, though it's anticipated to be a day-to-day concern. The Clippers may find themselves severely depleted as both Kawhi Leonard (groin), dealing with a groin issue, and Paul George (knee), nursing a knee problem, are also marked as questionable. Further updates on the condition of these key players are anticipated as game time approaches.

Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (groin) is questionable for Saturday's game against the Chicago Bulls due to a left groin injury. The Clippers could be very shorthanded as James Harden (shoulder) and Paul George (knee) are also questionable. More information on the status of these players is expected closer to game time. In the event that Leonard is unable to play, Amir Coffey is expected to benefit the most.

Philadelphia 76ers forward Nicolas Batum (foot) has been ruled out for Friday's meeting with New Orleans. He has been downgraded from a questionable status. Batum comes out of the lineup right after getting a new look in the starting unit against Memphis on Wednesday. His absence could give a starter's role back to Kelly Oubre Jr., while Kenyon Martin Jr. might also have a larger role. Oubre Jr. is enjoying a good season in Philadelphia and could be ready for a massive night offensively on Friday, with Joel Embiid (knee) and Tyrese Maxey (concussion) out of the lineup.