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Season
2025
Game date
2026-02-11T23:00:00.000000Z
Start time
2026-02-12T00:00:00.000000Z
Home team id
11
Visitor team id
13
Home score
102
Visitor score
105
Home linescore
  1. 29
  2. 27
  3. 20
  4. 26
Visitor linescore
  1. 22
  2. 24
  3. 24
  4. 35
Status short
FT
Status long
Finished
Clock
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Current period
4
Halftime
No
Arena
Toyota Center (Houston)
Arena city
Houston
Arena state
TX
Stage
2
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Name
Houston Rockets
Nickname
Rockets
Code
HOU
City
Houston
Conference
west
Division
Southwest
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Bio fr
<p>Fondés en 1967 à San Diego avant de s'installer définitivement à Houston en 1971, les Houston Rockets incarnent l'ambition spatiale du Texas et l'excellence basketballistique de la NBA. Évoluant dans la conférence Ouest au sein de la division Southwest, cette franchise emblématique du Toyota Center a marqué l'histoire de la ligue par ses performances exceptionnelles et sa capacité à attirer les plus grands talents mondiaux.</p> <p>Sous la direction du propriétaire Tilman Fertitta, magnat de l'hôtellerie et de la restauration, les Rockets poursuivent leur quête d'excellence avec une vision moderne du basketball. Le général manager Rafael Stone, architecte de la reconstruction de l'équipe, travaille de concert avec le head coach Ime Udoka pour redonner à Houston ses lettres de noblesse. Udoka, ancien assistant champion NBA avec les Spurs et les Celtics, apporte son expertise défensive et sa philosophie de jeu collective pour transformer cette jeune équipe prometteuse.</p> <p>Le palmarès des Rockets brille particulièrement dans les années 1990 avec deux championnats NBA consécutifs en 1994 et 1995, une époque dorée menée par le légendaire Hakeem Olajuwon. Ces titres constituent l'apogée d'une franchise qui a toujours su conjuguer talent individuel et réussite collective. Six maillots flottent fièrement dans les hauteurs du Toyota Center, honorant les contributions exceptionnelles de Hakeem Olajuwon (#34), le pivot nigérian naturalisé américain, Moses Malone (#24), Calvin Murphy (#23), Clyde Drexler (#22), Yao Ming (#11) et Rudy Tomjanovich (#45).</p> <p>L'héritage des Rockets transcende les frontières américaines, particulièrement grâce à des légendes comme Yao Ming qui a ouvert la voie aux talents internationaux, et surtout Hakeem Olajuwon, né au Nigeria, qui demeure l'une des plus grandes figures de l'histoire NBA. Cette tradition d'excellence internationale se perpétue aujourd'hui avec Josh Okogie, l'arrière nigérian qui incarne parfaitement les valeurs de combativité et de détermination chères aux Rockets. Formé aux États-Unis mais fier de ses racines africaines, Okogie apporte son énergie défensive et son leadership naturel à une équipe en pleine reconstruction.</p> <p>Avec un bilan actuel de 42 victoires pour 27 défaites en cette saison 2025-26, les Rockets démontrent que leur processus de reconstruction porte ses fruits. Cette performance remarquable place l'équipe en position favorable pour les playoffs et confirme le travail méticuleux d'Ime Udoka. La connexion africaine des Rockets, symbolisée par l'héritage d'Olajuwon et l'engagement actuel d'Okogie, résonne particulièrement avec les fans du continent africain qui voient en cette franchise un pont entre l'Afrique et l'excellence NBA.</p> <p>Les ambitions des Rockets s'articulent désormais autour d'un retour au sommet de la conférence Ouest, s'appuyant sur un mélange explosif de jeunes talents prometteurs et de vétérans expérimentés, dans la tradition d'une franchise qui n'a jamais cessé de viser les étoiles.</p>
Bio en
<p>The Houston Rockets stand as one of the NBA's most globally-minded franchises, a team whose identity has been forged through championship excellence and an unwavering commitment to international basketball talent. Founded in 1967 as the San Diego Rockets before relocating to Houston in 1971, the franchise has evolved into a beacon of basketball innovation and multicultural representation in the heart of Texas.</p> <p>Under the ownership of Tilman Fertitta, the billionaire restaurateur and entertainment mogul, the Rockets have maintained their reputation as a forward-thinking organization that embraces both tradition and transformation. Fertitta's vision, executed through General Manager Rafael Stone's strategic acumen, focuses on building sustainable success while honoring the franchise's rich heritage. Head Coach Ime Udoka brings defensive intensity and championship experience to the helm, having guided the team through a crucial developmental phase as they return to playoff contention with their impressive 42-27 record this season.</p> <p>The Rockets' golden era remains their back-to-back NBA Championships in 1994 and 1995, led by the incomparable Hakeem "The Dream" Olajuwon. Those title runs established Houston as a basketball powerhouse and created a template for international excellence that continues to define the franchise. The organization's commitment to honoring greatness is evident in their six retired jerseys, which tell the story of basketball's global evolution: Hakeem Olajuwon (#34), Moses Malone (#24), Calvin Murphy (#23), Clyde Drexler (#22), Yao Ming (#11), and Rudy Tomjanovich (#45).</p> <p>The Rockets' legendary roster reads like a multicultural hall of fame, featuring icons from across the globe. From Olajuwon's Nigerian heritage to Yao Ming's transformative impact as China's basketball ambassador, Houston has consistently embraced international talent. This tradition continues today through players like Josh Okogie, the dynamic Nigerian guard whose tenacious defense and athletic versatility embody the modern Rockets' identity. Okogie's presence strengthens the vital connection between Houston and Africa, representing the next generation of African talent making their mark in the NBA while inspiring young players across the continent.</p> <p>Currently positioned as a rising force in the competitive Western Conference's Southwest Division, the Rockets blend veteran leadership with emerging young talent. Their Toyota Center home has become a melting pot of basketball cultures, where international flair meets Texas grit. The franchise's commitment to global outreach, particularly their connection to African basketball through players like Okogie, reflects Houston's broader identity as an international city.</p> <p>As the 2025-26 season progresses, the Rockets' strong record positions them as legitimate playoff contenders, potentially marking their return to postseason basketball after years of rebuilding. Under Udoka's guidance and Stone's vision, the team is crafting a new chapter that honors their championship legacy while building toward future greatness. The Rockets' story remains one of international brotherhood, championship excellence, and the enduring power of basketball to unite diverse cultures under one unified mission of pursuing NBA glory.</p>
Owner
Tilman Fertitta
General manager
Rafael Stone
Head coach
Ime Udoka
President
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Retired jerseys
  1. Number
    11
    Player
    Yao Ming
    Year
    2017
  2. Number
    22
    Player
    Clyde Drexler
    Year
    2000
  3. Number
    23
    Player
    Calvin Murphy
    Year
    1984
  4. Number
    24
    Player
    Moses Malone
    Year
    1989
  5. Number
    34
    Player
    Hakeem Olajuwon
    Year
    2002
  6. Number
    45
    Player
    Rudy Tomjanovich
    Year
    1983
Championships
  1. 1994
  2. 1995
Championship count
2
Notable players
  1. Name
    Hakeem Olajuwon
    Years
    1984-2001
    Jersey
    34
  2. Name
    Moses Malone
    Years
    1976-1982
    Jersey
    24
  3. Name
    Calvin Murphy
    Years
    1970-1983
    Jersey
    23
  4. Name
    Clyde Drexler
    Years
    1995-1998
    Jersey
    22
  5. Name
    Yao Ming
    Years
    2002-2011
    Jersey
    11
  6. Name
    Tracy McGrady
    Years
    2004-2010
    Jersey
    1
  7. Name
    Ralph Sampson
    Years
    1983-1987
    Jersey
    50
  8. Name
    Rudy Tomjanovich
    Years
    1970-1981
    Jersey
    45
  9. Name
    Otis Thorpe
    Years
    1988-1995
    Jersey
    33
  10. Name
    Kenny Smith
    Years
    1990-1996
    Jersey
    30
  11. Name
    Vernon Maxwell
    Years
    1988-1995, 1998-2000
    Jersey
    11
  12. Name
    Robert Horry
    Years
    1992-1996
    Jersey
    25
  13. Name
    Sam Cassell
    Years
    1993-1996
    Jersey
    10
  14. Name
    James Harden
    Years
    2012-2021
    Jersey
    13
Honours
  1. Title
    NBA Champions
    Year
    1994
    Details
    Beat New York Knicks 4-3
  2. Title
    NBA Champions
    Year
    1995
    Details
    Beat Orlando Magic 4-0
  3. Title
    Western Conference Champions
    Year
    1981
    Details
    Lost to Boston Celtics 4-2
  4. Title
    Western Conference Champions
    Year
    1986
    Details
    Lost to Boston Celtics 4-2
  5. Title
    Western Conference Champions
    Year
    1994
    Details
    Won NBA Championship
  6. Title
    Western Conference Champions
    Year
    1995
    Details
    Won NBA Championship
History fr
<p>L'histoire des Houston Rockets débute en 1967 avec la création des San Diego Rockets, franchise d'expansion dirigée par Robert Breitbard. Le nom "Rockets" était un clin d'œil à l'industrie aérospatiale florissante de San Diego. Malgré des débuts prometteurs avec Elvin Hayes comme première star, sélectionné premier choix de la draft 1968, la franchise peine à s'imposer en Californie.</p> <p>En 1971, les Rockets déménagent à Houston, Texas, où le nom prend une résonance particulière avec le centre spatial Johnson de la NASA. Cette relocalisation marque le véritable début de l'identité moderne de la franchise. Les premières années texanes sont difficiles, mais l'arrivée de Moses Malone au milieu des années 1970 transforme l'équipe. Le pivot dominant mène Houston à sa première finale NBA en 1981, perdue face aux Boston Celtics de Larry Bird.</p> <p>La véritable révolution arrive en 1984 avec la sélection d'Hakeem Olajuwon en première position de la draft. "The Dream" devient rapidement l'âme et le visage de la franchise. Ses "Dream Shakes" légendaires et sa polyvalence défensive font des Rockets une force redoutable. Après plusieurs saisons de playoffs frustrantes, notamment face aux Lakers de Magic Johnson, Houston atteint enfin le sommet.</p> <p>L'ère dorée survient au milieu des années 1990. En 1994, profitant de la première retraite de Michael Jordan, les Rockets remportent leur premier championnat NBA. Olajuwon, nommé MVP des finales, domine les New York Knicks dans une série épique en sept matchs. Le Game 6 à Houston, remporté 86-84, reste gravé dans les mémoires avec le tir décisif de John Starks qui rebondit sur le cerceau.</p> <p>L'année suivante, en 1995, Houston récidive de manière encore plus spectaculaire. Sixièmes à l'Ouest, les Rockets signent la première série de playoffs de l'histoire NBA en tant que 6e tête de série à remporter le titre. Ils battent successivement Utah, Phoenix, San Antonio et Orlando en finales. Le sweep face au Magic de Shaquille O'Neal et du jeune Penny Hardaway couronne une saison extraordinaire d'Olajuwon, soutenu par Clyde Drexler, acquis en cours de saison.</p> <p>Après le départ d'Olajuwon au début des années 2000, Houston traverse une période de reconstruction. L'arrivée de Yao Ming en 2002 (premier choix de draft) et de Tracy McGrady en 2004 relance les ambitions. Le duo sino-américain fait sensation, mais les blessures récurrentes de Yao limitent leur impact en playoffs. McGrady, malgré ses 35 secondes légendaires face aux Spurs en 2004, ne franchira jamais le premier tour avec Houston.</p> <p>L'ère James Harden, débutée en 2012, redonne une identité offensive révolutionnaire aux Rockets. Sous la direction de Daryl Morey puis Rafael Stone, Houston adopte une philosophie analytique poussée, privilégiant les tirs à trois points et près du cerceau. Harden, MVP 2018, mène l'équipe à de nombreux succès en saison régulière et aux finales de Conférence Ouest en 2015, 2018 et 2019.</p> <p>Le point culminant de cette époque reste la saison 2017-2018, quand Houston pousse les Golden State Warriors champions en titre jusqu'au Game 7 des finales de Conférence. La blessure de Chris Paul dans cette série symbolise la malédiction des Rockets face aux super-équipes californiennes.</p> <p>Depuis 2021, après les départs de Harden et des vétérans, Houston s'engage dans une reconstruction totale. Avec des jeunes talents comme Alperen Şengün et Jalen Green, les Rockets misent sur l'avenir tout en honorant leur riche héritage, des exploits d'Olajuwon aux records de Harden, dans l'une des franchises les plus respectées de la NBA.</p>
History en
<p>The Houston Rockets' journey began not in Texas, but on the California coast as the San Diego Rockets in 1967. Founded as part of the NBA's expansion, the franchise took its name from the aerospace industry that dominated San Diego's economy. The early San Diego years were marked by struggle, with the team posting losing records and failing to establish a strong fan base despite drafting future Hall of Famer Elvin Hayes in 1968.</p> <p>In 1971, the franchise relocated to Houston, maintaining the "Rockets" moniker—a fitting choice given the city's prominence in NASA's space program. The move to the Lone Star State marked the beginning of the team's true NBA identity. Throughout the 1970s, the Rockets gradually built respectability, featuring players like Rudy Tomjanovich and Calvin Murphy, though playoff success remained elusive.</p> <p>The franchise's fortunes changed dramatically in 1984 with the selection of Hakeem Olajuwon as the first overall draft pick. The Nigerian-born center, initially known as Akeem, brought an unprecedented combination of agility, defensive prowess, and offensive skill to the position. Alongside Ralph Sampson, the towering duo formed the "Twin Towers," leading Houston to their first NBA Finals appearance in 1986, where they fell to the Boston Celtics in six games.</p> <p>The early 1990s saw the Rockets emerge as true championship contenders. With Olajuwon in his prime and supported by players like Otis Thorpe, Vernon Maxwell, and later Clyde Drexler, Houston captured back-to-back NBA championships in 1994 and 1995. These titles came during Michael Jordan's first retirement, but the Rockets proved their mettle by defeating formidable opponents, including the New York Knicks in a grueling seven-game Finals in 1994 and sweeping Shaquille O'Neal's Orlando Magic in 1995.</p> <p>Olajuwon's dominance during this period was absolute. His signature "Dream Shake" move became legendary, and he remains the only player in NBA history to win Finals MVP, regular season MVP, and Defensive Player of the Year in the same season (1994). The 1994-95 championship run was particularly memorable, as the Rockets became the lowest-seeded team (sixth) to ever win an NBA title.</p> <p>Following Olajuwon's decline in the late 1990s, the Rockets entered a rebuilding phase. The arrival of Yao Ming in 2002 as the first overall pick marked a new era and brought unprecedented global attention to the franchise. The 7'6" Chinese center, paired with scoring guard Tracy McGrady, formed a dynamic duo that made the Rockets competitive again in the mid-2000s, though injuries to both stars prevented deep playoff runs.</p> <p>The modern Rockets era began with the 2012 hiring of general manager Daryl Morey, who pioneered the NBA's analytics revolution. The acquisition of James Harden from Oklahoma City in 2012 transformed Houston into an offensive juggernaut. Harden's unique style, combined with the "Moreyball" philosophy emphasizing three-pointers and layups, made the Rockets one of the league's most polarizing yet successful teams.</p> <p>Under coach Mike D'Antoni and later Stephen Silas, the Harden-led Rockets consistently contended for championships, reaching the Western Conference Finals in 2015, 2018, and 2020. The addition of Chris Paul in 2017 brought the franchise tantalizingly close to the Finals, but injuries and the Golden State Warriors' dominance prevented breakthrough success. The 2018 Western Conference Finals, where Houston led the eventual champion Warriors 3-2 before losing, remains one of the franchise's most heartbreaking near-misses.</p> <p>Following Harden's departure to Brooklyn in 2021 and subsequent roster upheaval, the Rockets have entered a new rebuilding phase focused on developing young talent. With promising prospects and a commitment to sustainable success, Houston continues its quest to return to championship contention while honoring a rich history that spans from the Twin Towers to the analytics revolution.</p>
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LA Clippers
Nickname
Clippers
Code
LAC
City
LA
Conference
west
Division
Pacific
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Bio fr
<p>Les LA Clippers incarnent depuis des décennies l'une des histoires les plus complexes et fascinantes de la NBA. Basée dans la prestigieuse division Pacifique de la Conférence Ouest, cette franchise de Los Angeles évolue dans l'ombre historique des Lakers tout en construisant progressivement sa propre identité et sa légitimité basketballistique.</p> <p>Sous la direction de Steve Ballmer, ancien PDG de Microsoft et propriétaire depuis 2014, les Clippers ont entamé une transformation radicale. L'homme d'affaires milliardaire, connu pour sa passion débordante et sa vision moderne du sport professionnel, a insufflé une nouvelle dynamique à l'organisation. Lawrence Frank, qui occupe le poste de président des opérations basketball, poursuit cette philosophie en privilégiant une approche analytique et une culture d'excellence. Cette direction bicéphale reflète l'ambition des Clippers de s'établir définitivement parmi l'élite NBA.</p> <p>Malgré leur riche histoire, les Clippers n'ont jamais décroché le titre NBA suprême, une réalité qui alimente leur détermination actuelle. L'organisation a néanmoins honoré la mémoire de ses légendes, retirant notamment le maillot numéro 32 de Bill Walton, figure emblématique du basketball américain qui a marqué l'histoire de la franchise.</p> <p>Le panthéon des Clippers regorge de talents exceptionnels qui ont façonné l'identité de l'équipe. Chris Paul reste sans doute l'architecte de la renaissance moderne de la franchise, transformant les "Lob City" Clippers aux côtés de Blake Griffin et DeAndre Jordan en une attraction spectaculaire. Elton Brand, Danny Manning, Bob McAdoo et World B. Free ont également laissé des traces indélébiles, chacun apportant sa pierre à l'édifice. Plus récemment, Kawhi Leonard a représenté l'espoir d'une consécration ultime, incarnant l'ambition des Clippers de franchir le cap décisif.</p> <p>Avec un bilan actuel de 34 victoires pour 36 défaites, la saison 2025-26 illustre les défis persistants auxquels fait face l'organisation. Cette performance mitigée reflète les difficultés chroniques des Clippers à maintenir la constance nécessaire pour rivaliser durablement avec les meilleures formations de la Conférence Ouest, particulièrement compétitive.</p> <p>L'ADN des Clippers se caractérise par une résilience remarquable et une capacité à se réinventer constamment. La franchise cultive une mentalité d'outsider qui résonne particulièrement bien avec les supporters, créant une connexion authentique malgré les déceptions passées. Cette philosophie du dépassement de soi et de la persévérance face à l'adversité forge l'identité unique des Clippers dans le paysage NBA.</p> <p>L'avenir des Clippers s'articule autour d'une vision claire : construire une culture gagnante durable tout en développant les infrastructures nécessaires à long terme. Avec le leadership de Ballmer et l'expertise de Frank, l'organisation continue de poursuivre son graal ultime, portée par l'espoir de ses supporters fidèles et l'ambition de graver définitivement son nom dans l'histoire du basketball professionnel.</p>
Bio en
<p>The Los Angeles Clippers represent one of the NBA's most compelling transformation stories, evolving from perennial underdogs to legitimate championship contenders under the visionary ownership of Steve Ballmer. Since acquiring the franchise in 2014, the former Microsoft CEO has revolutionized the organization's culture, infrastructure, and ambitions, establishing the Clippers as a progressive force in professional basketball.</p> <p>Ballmer's leadership philosophy centers on innovation, analytics, and creating an elite basketball environment that attracts top-tier talent. His massive investments in technology, facilities, and front office operations have fundamentally altered the franchise's trajectory. Under President Lawrence Frank's steady guidance, the organization has built a reputation for strategic roster construction and player development, though the franchise currently operates without permanent general manager and head coach positions as the 2025-26 season progresses.</p> <p>The Clippers' identity has been forged through resilience and determination, characteristics that define their ongoing pursuit of the franchise's first NBA championship. Despite their current 34-36 record placing them in a challenging position within the competitive Western Conference's Pacific Division, the organization maintains its championship aspirations built on years of sustained excellence and star power.</p> <p>The franchise's basketball legacy is embodied by an impressive roster of legendary players who have donned the Clippers uniform. Chris Paul's arrival in 2011 marked the beginning of the "Lob City" era, where his partnership with Blake Griffin and DeAndre Jordan transformed the team into must-watch entertainment and playoff regulars. Griffin's athletic brilliance and Paul's court vision created some of the most memorable highlights in franchise history, establishing a winning culture that had long eluded the organization.</p> <p>Other legendary figures include Elton Brand, whose leadership and professionalism set standards for excellence, and the versatile Corey Maggette, known for his scoring prowess. The franchise's history also honors basketball icons like Bob McAdoo, World B. Free, Danny Manning, and Ron Harper, while Kawhi Leonard's brief but impactful tenure showcased championship-level talent. The organization's most significant honor belongs to Bill Walton, whose jersey #32 hangs retired, representing the franchise's respect for basketball greatness.</p> <p>The Clippers' championship pursuit remains unfulfilled, but their sustained commitment to excellence under Ballmer's ownership has positioned them as perpetual contenders. The organization's investment in state-of-the-art facilities, including their planned new arena, reflects their long-term vision of establishing a championship culture in Los Angeles.</p> <p>As the franchise navigates the current season's challenges with their 34-36 record, the foundation built over the past decade provides reason for optimism. The Clippers' transformation from basketball afterthought to championship contender illustrates the power of visionary leadership, strategic investment, and unwavering commitment to excellence. With Ballmer's resources and Frank's basketball acumen guiding the organization, the Clippers continue their relentless pursuit of that elusive first NBA championship, determined to reward their passionate fanbase with the ultimate prize in professional basketball.</p>
Owner
Steve Ballmer
General manager
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Head coach
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President
Lawrence Frank
Retired jerseys
  1. Number
    32
    Player
    Bill Walton
    Year
    2001
Championships
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Championship count
0
Notable players
  1. Name
    Chris Paul
    Years
    2011-2017
    Jersey
    3
  2. Name
    Blake Griffin
    Years
    2009-2018
    Jersey
    32
  3. Name
    DeAndre Jordan
    Years
    2008-2018
    Jersey
    6
  4. Name
    Elton Brand
    Years
    2001-2008
    Jersey
    42
  5. Name
    Corey Maggette
    Years
    2000-2008
    Jersey
    50
  6. Name
    Danny Manning
    Years
    1988-1994
    Jersey
    5
  7. Name
    Bob McAdoo
    Years
    1972-1976
    Jersey
    11
  8. Name
    World B. Free
    Years
    1975-1978, 1980-1982
    Jersey
    21
  9. Name
    Ron Harper
    Years
    1986-1989
    Jersey
    2
  10. Name
    Kawhi Leonard
    Years
    2019-2024
    Jersey
    2
  11. Name
    Paul George
    Years
    2019-2024
    Jersey
    13
  12. Name
    Jamal Crawford
    Years
    2012-2017
    Jersey
    11
  13. Name
    Eric Gordon
    Years
    2008-2011
    Jersey
    10
  14. Name
    Baron Davis
    Years
    2008-2011
    Jersey
    5
Honours
  1. Title
    Pacific Division Champions
    Year
    2013
    Details
    First division title in franchise history
  2. Title
    Pacific Division Champions
    Year
    2014
    Details
    Second consecutive division title
History fr
<p>L'histoire des LA Clippers est celle d'une franchise marquée par la persévérance, les déménagements successifs et une quête incessante de respectabilité dans l'univers impitoyable de la NBA.</p> <p>Tout commence en 1970 avec la création des <strong>Buffalo Braves</strong>, franchise d'expansion qui rejoint la NBA aux côtés des Portland Trail Blazers et des Cleveland Cavaliers. Installée dans l'État de New York, l'équipe peine à s'imposer durant ses premières années, naviguant dans les bas-fonds du classement. Cependant, au milieu des années 1970, Buffalo connaît un sursaut d'orgueil avec l'arrivée de Bob McAdoo, un attaquant dominant qui remporte trois titres consécutifs de meilleur marqueur de la ligue entre 1974 et 1976.</p> <p>En 1978, un chapitre se referme brutalement. La franchise déménage vers la côte ouest et devient les <strong>San Diego Clippers</strong>. Ce changement géographique s'accompagne d'une nouvelle identité visuelle, mais les difficultés sportives persistent. Les années à San Diego sont marquées par la médiocrité chronique, malgré la présence de talents comme Bill Walton, dont la carrière est handicapée par les blessures.</p> <p>Le véritable tournant intervient en 1984 lorsque Donald Sterling acquiert la franchise et la délocalise à Los Angeles, créant ainsi les <strong>LA Clippers</strong>. Cette décision audacieuse place l'équipe en concurrence directe avec les prestigieux Lakers dans le même marché. Pendant près de trois décennies, les Clippers vivront dans l'ombre de leurs voisins dorés, accumulant les saisons décevantes sous la gestion controversée de Sterling.</p> <p>Les années 1990 et 2000 sont ponctuées de rares éclairs de génie. Danny Manning apporte quelques moments de grâce, mais c'est véritablement l'ère Chris Paul qui marque le réveil de la franchise. Arrivé en 2011, le meneur de jeu d'exception forme avec Blake Griffin et DeAndre Jordan le trio "Lob City", transformant les Clippers en attraction spectaculaire. Cette période dorée culmine avec plusieurs qualifications en playoffs et une nouvelle respectabilité.</p> <p>L'année 2014 constitue un point d'inflexion majeur. Le scandale Sterling éclate, révélant des propos racistes qui secouent toute la NBA. Steve Ballmer rachète alors la franchise pour 2 milliards de dollars, établissant un record et insufflant un vent de modernité. Sous sa direction, les Clippers investissent massivement dans les infrastructures et recrutent des talents de premier plan.</p> <p>L'été 2019 marque l'apogée de ces efforts avec l'arrivée simultanée de Kawhi Leonard et Paul George, deux superstars censées mener enfin la franchise vers son premier titre NBA. Bien que les résultats ne soient pas immédiats - notamment l'élimination choc face aux Nuggets en 2020 après avoir mené 3-1 - cette période témoigne des ambitions titanesques de l'organisation.</p> <p>Les années récentes ont été marquées par la recherche d'équilibre entre les attentes démesurées et la réalité du terrain. Les blessures récurrentes de Leonard et les déceptions en playoffs ont rappelé que le talent seul ne garantit pas le succès. Néanmoins, sous la direction de Tyronn Lue, l'équipe continue de figurer parmi les prétendants sérieux au titre.</p> <p>En 2026, les Clippers demeurent l'incarnation parfaite de la résilience NBA. De Buffalo à Los Angeles, de l'anonymat à la célébrité, cette franchise a traversé toutes les épreuves sans jamais abandonner son rêve ultime : décrocher ce premier championnat qui effacerait définitivement des décennies de frustration et établirait enfin sa légitimité dans la cité des anges.</p>
History en
<p>The LA Clippers' journey began in 1970 as the Buffalo Braves, an expansion franchise entering the NBA alongside the Portland Trail Blazers and Cleveland Cavaliers. Founded in Buffalo, New York, the team struggled in its early years, cycling through coaches and building an identity in a small market that was overshadowed by their more successful NFL counterparts, the Buffalo Bills.</p> <p>The Buffalo era was marked by mediocrity and financial struggles. Bob McAdoo emerged as the franchise's first superstar in the mid-1970s, winning three consecutive scoring titles from 1974-1976 and capturing the NBA MVP award in 1975. Despite McAdoo's individual brilliance, the Braves never advanced beyond the first round of the playoffs during their eight seasons in Buffalo.</p> <p>In 1978, the franchise relocated to San Diego and became the San Diego Clippers, taking their name from the sailing ships that frequented the California coast. The move to sunny California brought hope but little immediate success. The team continued to struggle with poor management decisions and a lack of consistent talent development.</p> <p>The most significant chapter in the franchise's history began in 1984 when controversial owner Donald Sterling moved the team to Los Angeles, creating one of the most lopsided rivalries in professional sports with the established Lakers dynasty. Operating in the shadow of Magic Johnson's Showtime Lakers, the Clippers became synonymous with dysfunction, earning the unfortunate nickname "Lob City" long before it would take on a positive meaning.</p> <p>For nearly three decades under Sterling's ownership, the Clippers were the NBA's perennial laughingstock. Despite drafting talented players like Danny Manning, Ron Harper, and later Chris Kaman, the organization's toxic culture and Sterling's notorious frugality prevented any sustained success. The team's playoff drought stretched for years, and even when they occasionally qualified, early exits became the norm.</p> <p>Everything changed in 2011 when Chris Paul was controversially traded to the Clippers after a proposed deal to the Lakers was vetoed by the NBA. Paul's arrival, combined with the emergence of Blake Griffin and DeAndre Jordan, created the true "Lob City" era. Griffin's thunderous dunks and Paul's precise playmaking transformed the Clippers into must-see television, finally bringing excitement to the long-suffering franchise.</p> <p>The Lob City years (2011-2017) represented the franchise's first taste of sustained relevance. Coach Doc Rivers arrived in 2013, bringing championship pedigree and credibility. However, despite regular playoff appearances, the team repeatedly fell short of expectations, with second-round exits becoming their ceiling. Internal chemistry issues and Paul's departure to Houston in 2017 ended the era without the ultimate breakthrough.</p> <p>The franchise's transformation accelerated dramatically in 2014 when Sterling was banned from the NBA following racist comments, leading to Steve Ballmer's purchase of the team for a then-record $2 billion. Ballmer's unlimited enthusiasm and deep pockets immediately elevated the organization's ambitions and resources.</p> <p>Under Ballmer's ownership, the Clippers have pursued aggressive roster construction, culminating in the 2019 acquisitions of Kawhi Leonard and Paul George. This star duo, despite injury challenges, has kept the franchise competitive at the highest level. The team has invested heavily in state-of-the-art facilities, including plans for their own arena in Inglewood, symbolically separating themselves from their tenant status at Lakers-dominated Staples Center.</p> <p>Throughout their history, the Clippers have never captured an NBA championship or even reached the Finals. Their best playoff run came during the 2021 bubble playoffs when they advanced to their first-ever Conference Finals before falling to the Phoenix Suns. Players like Chris Paul, Blake Griffin, DeAndre Jordan, and currently Kawhi Leonard have defined different eras, but the ultimate prize remains elusive.</p> <p>Today, as the franchise approaches its sixth decade of existence, the Clippers represent one of the NBA's most dramatic transformation stories. From the struggling Buffalo Braves to the dysfunction of the Sterling years, and finally to Ballmer's championship aspirations, the franchise embodies resilience and reinvention. While the championship drought continues, the organizational foundation has never been stronger, positioning the Clippers as genuine contenders in their pursuit of that elusive first title.</p>
Bio verified
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Arena
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Arena city
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Arena state
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Founded
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Nba franchise
Yes
Mvp player
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Payload
Quarter grid
  1. Quarter
    Q1
    Home
    29
    Visitor
    22
  2. Quarter
    Q2
    Home
    27
    Visitor
    24
  3. Quarter
    Q3
    Home
    20
    Visitor
    24
  4. Quarter
    Q4
    Home
    26
    Visitor
    35
Lead summary
Largest lead
10
Largest lead team
home
Lead changes
1
Team stats
Home
Players used
9
Fgm
38
Fga
82
Fg pct
46.3
Tpm
12
Tpa
36
Tp pct
33.3
Ftm
14
Fta
18
Ft pct
77.8
Rebounds off
13
Rebounds def
32
Rebounds total
45
Assists
25
Steals
3
Blocks
9
Turnovers
21
Personal fouls
17
Visitor
Players used
8
Fgm
30
Fga
67
Fg pct
44.8
Tpm
7
Tpa
22
Tp pct
31.8
Ftm
22
Fta
25
Ft pct
88
Rebounds off
7
Rebounds def
23
Rebounds total
30
Assists
15
Steals
12
Blocks
7
Turnovers
8
Personal fouls
10
Leaders
Home
Scorer
Name
Kevin Durant
Value
21
Jersey
7
Rebounder
Name
Jabari Smith Jr.
Value
12
Jersey
10
Assister
Name
Alperen Sengun
Value
6
Jersey
28
Visitor
Scorer
Name
Kawhi Leonard
Value
27
Jersey
2
Rebounder
Name
Kawhi Leonard
Value
12
Jersey
2
Assister
Name
Kawhi Leonard
Value
4
Jersey
2
Player stats
Home
  1. Nba player id
    244
    Nba game id
    1166
    Nba team id
    11
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    36
    Points
    21
    Assists
    6
    Rebounds total
    8
    Rebounds off
    1
    Rebounds def
    7
    Fgm
    7
    Fga
    15
    Fg pct
    46.7
    Tpm
    3
    Tpa
    9
    Tp pct
    33.3
    Ftm
    4
    Fta
    5
    Ft pct
    80
    Steals
    0
    Blocks
    1
    Turnovers
    8
    Personal fouls
    1
    Plus minus
    6
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    Kevin
    Lastname
    Durant
    Jersey
    7
    Position
    F
    Headshot

    Image unavailable.

  2. Nba player id
    241
    Nba game id
    1166
    Nba team id
    11
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    25
    Points
    17
    Assists
    4
    Rebounds total
    2
    Rebounds off
    0
    Rebounds def
    2
    Fgm
    6
    Fga
    13
    Fg pct
    46.2
    Tpm
    5
    Tpa
    10
    Tp pct
    50
    Ftm
    0
    Fta
    0
    Ft pct
    0
    Steals
    1
    Blocks
    1
    Turnovers
    2
    Personal fouls
    1
    Plus minus
    -4
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    Reed
    Lastname
    Sheppard
    Jersey
    15
    Position
    G
    Headshot
    Not provided by the source.
  3. Nba player id
    236
    Nba game id
    1166
    Nba team id
    11
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    29
    Points
    16
    Assists
    6
    Rebounds total
    9
    Rebounds off
    5
    Rebounds def
    4
    Fgm
    7
    Fga
    16
    Fg pct
    43.8
    Tpm
    0
    Tpa
    1
    Tp pct
    0
    Ftm
    2
    Fta
    4
    Ft pct
    50
    Steals
    0
    Blocks
    3
    Turnovers
    2
    Personal fouls
    5
    Plus minus
    -5
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    Alperen
    Lastname
    Sengun
    Jersey
    28
    Position
    C
    Headshot

    Image unavailable.

  4. Nba player id
    237
    Nba game id
    1166
    Nba team id
    11
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    36
    Points
    16
    Assists
    0
    Rebounds total
    12
    Rebounds off
    2
    Rebounds def
    10
    Fgm
    6
    Fga
    12
    Fg pct
    50
    Tpm
    2
    Tpa
    7
    Tp pct
    28.6
    Ftm
    2
    Fta
    2
    Ft pct
    100
    Steals
    0
    Blocks
    0
    Turnovers
    2
    Personal fouls
    0
    Plus minus
    -8
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    Jabari
    Lastname
    Smith Jr.
    Jersey
    10
    Position
    F
    Headshot

    Image unavailable.

  5. Nba player id
    238
    Nba game id
    1166
    Nba team id
    11
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    34
    Points
    13
    Assists
    3
    Rebounds total
    2
    Rebounds off
    0
    Rebounds def
    2
    Fgm
    4
    Fga
    13
    Fg pct
    30.8
    Tpm
    2
    Tpa
    8
    Tp pct
    25
    Ftm
    3
    Fta
    3
    Ft pct
    100
    Steals
    0
    Blocks
    0
    Turnovers
    1
    Personal fouls
    1
    Plus minus
    1
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    Tari
    Lastname
    Eason
    Jersey
    17
    Position
    F
    Headshot

    Image unavailable.

  6. Nba player id
    240
    Nba game id
    1166
    Nba team id
    11
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    41
    Points
    12
    Assists
    5
    Rebounds total
    6
    Rebounds off
    4
    Rebounds def
    2
    Fgm
    5
    Fga
    8
    Fg pct
    62.5
    Tpm
    0
    Tpa
    1
    Tp pct
    0
    Ftm
    2
    Fta
    2
    Ft pct
    100
    Steals
    1
    Blocks
    0
    Turnovers
    3
    Personal fouls
    2
    Plus minus
    -2
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    Amen
    Lastname
    Thompson
    Jersey
    1
    Position
    G
    Headshot

    Image unavailable.

  7. Nba player id
    234
    Nba game id
    1166
    Nba team id
    11
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    13
    Points
    4
    Assists
    1
    Rebounds total
    1
    Rebounds off
    0
    Rebounds def
    1
    Fgm
    2
    Fga
    3
    Fg pct
    66.7
    Tpm
    0
    Tpa
    0
    Tp pct
    0
    Ftm
    0
    Fta
    0
    Ft pct
    0
    Steals
    1
    Blocks
    0
    Turnovers
    2
    Personal fouls
    1
    Plus minus
    -2
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    Jae'Sean
    Lastname
    Tate
    Jersey
    8
    Position
    F
    Headshot

    Image unavailable.

  8. Nba player id
    247
    Nba game id
    1166
    Nba team id
    11
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    16
    Points
    3
    Assists
    0
    Rebounds total
    5
    Rebounds off
    1
    Rebounds def
    4
    Fgm
    1
    Fga
    2
    Fg pct
    50
    Tpm
    0
    Tpa
    0
    Tp pct
    0
    Ftm
    1
    Fta
    2
    Ft pct
    50
    Steals
    0
    Blocks
    4
    Turnovers
    0
    Personal fouls
    2
    Plus minus
    5
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    Clint
    Lastname
    Capela
    Jersey
    30
    Position
    C
    Headshot

    Image unavailable.

  9. Nba player id
    233
    Nba game id
    1166
    Nba team id
    11
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    10
    Points
    0
    Assists
    0
    Rebounds total
    0
    Rebounds off
    0
    Rebounds def
    0
    Fgm
    0
    Fga
    0
    Fg pct
    0
    Tpm
    0
    Tpa
    0
    Tp pct
    0
    Ftm
    0
    Fta
    0
    Ft pct
    0
    Steals
    0
    Blocks
    0
    Turnovers
    1
    Personal fouls
    4
    Plus minus
    -6
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    Josh
    Lastname
    Okogie
    Jersey
    21
    Position
    G
    Headshot

    Image unavailable.

Visitor
  1. Nba player id
    288
    Nba game id
    1166
    Nba team id
    13
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    33
    Points
    27
    Assists
    4
    Rebounds total
    12
    Rebounds off
    3
    Rebounds def
    9
    Fgm
    9
    Fga
    20
    Fg pct
    45
    Tpm
    1
    Tpa
    5
    Tp pct
    20
    Ftm
    8
    Fta
    9
    Ft pct
    88.9
    Steals
    4
    Blocks
    0
    Turnovers
    4
    Personal fouls
    2
    Plus minus
    3
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    Kawhi
    Lastname
    Leonard
    Jersey
    2
    Position
    F
    Headshot

    Image unavailable.

  2. Nba player id
    264
    Nba game id
    1166
    Nba team id
    13
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    31
    Points
    16
    Assists
    3
    Rebounds total
    3
    Rebounds off
    0
    Rebounds def
    3
    Fgm
    3
    Fga
    10
    Fg pct
    30
    Tpm
    1
    Tpa
    3
    Tp pct
    33.3
    Ftm
    9
    Fta
    10
    Ft pct
    90
    Steals
    3
    Blocks
    1
    Turnovers
    1
    Personal fouls
    1
    Plus minus
    6
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    Bennedict
    Lastname
    Mathurin
    Jersey
    24
    Position
    G
    Headshot
    Not provided by the source.
  3. Nba player id
    286
    Nba game id
    1166
    Nba team id
    13
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    37
    Points
    15
    Assists
    3
    Rebounds total
    1
    Rebounds off
    0
    Rebounds def
    1
    Fgm
    6
    Fga
    10
    Fg pct
    60
    Tpm
    3
    Tpa
    7
    Tp pct
    42.9
    Ftm
    0
    Fta
    0
    Ft pct
    0
    Steals
    2
    Blocks
    2
    Turnovers
    1
    Personal fouls
    1
    Plus minus
    2
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    Brook
    Lastname
    Lopez
    Jersey
    11
    Position
    C
    Headshot

    Image unavailable.

  4. Nba player id
    276
    Nba game id
    1166
    Nba team id
    13
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    30
    Points
    12
    Assists
    3
    Rebounds total
    1
    Rebounds off
    0
    Rebounds def
    1
    Fgm
    4
    Fga
    8
    Fg pct
    50
    Tpm
    2
    Tpa
    4
    Tp pct
    50
    Ftm
    2
    Fta
    2
    Ft pct
    100
    Steals
    1
    Blocks
    2
    Turnovers
    0
    Personal fouls
    2
    Plus minus
    5
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    Derrick
    Lastname
    Jones Jr.
    Jersey
    5
    Position
    F
    Headshot

    Image unavailable.

  5. Nba player id
    277
    Nba game id
    1166
    Nba team id
    13
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    35
    Points
    12
    Assists
    1
    Rebounds total
    6
    Rebounds off
    1
    Rebounds def
    5
    Fgm
    6
    Fga
    11
    Fg pct
    54.5
    Tpm
    0
    Tpa
    2
    Tp pct
    0
    Ftm
    0
    Fta
    0
    Ft pct
    0
    Steals
    1
    Blocks
    0
    Turnovers
    1
    Personal fouls
    1
    Plus minus
    -7
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    John
    Lastname
    Collins
    Jersey
    20
    Position
    F
    Headshot

    Image unavailable.

  6. Nba player id
    281
    Nba game id
    1166
    Nba team id
    13
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    17
    Points
    4
    Assists
    0
    Rebounds total
    3
    Rebounds off
    1
    Rebounds def
    2
    Fgm
    2
    Fga
    5
    Fg pct
    40
    Tpm
    0
    Tpa
    1
    Tp pct
    0
    Ftm
    0
    Fta
    0
    Ft pct
    0
    Steals
    0
    Blocks
    0
    Turnovers
    1
    Personal fouls
    1
    Plus minus
    3
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    Jordan
    Lastname
    Miller
    Jersey
    22
    Position
    G
    Headshot
    Not provided by the source.
  7. Nba player id
    283
    Nba game id
    1166
    Nba team id
    13
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    10
    Points
    3
    Assists
    1
    Rebounds total
    1
    Rebounds off
    0
    Rebounds def
    1
    Fgm
    0
    Fga
    2
    Fg pct
    0
    Tpm
    0
    Tpa
    0
    Tp pct
    0
    Ftm
    3
    Fta
    4
    Ft pct
    75
    Steals
    1
    Blocks
    0
    Turnovers
    0
    Personal fouls
    1
    Plus minus
    -3
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    K.
    Lastname
    Sanders
    Jersey
    4
    Position
    G
    Headshot
    Not provided by the source.
  8. Nba player id
    285
    Nba game id
    1166
    Nba team id
    13
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    10
    Points
    0
    Assists
    0
    Rebounds total
    3
    Rebounds off
    2
    Rebounds def
    1
    Fgm
    0
    Fga
    1
    Fg pct
    0
    Tpm
    0
    Tpa
    0
    Tp pct
    0
    Ftm
    0
    Fta
    0
    Ft pct
    0
    Steals
    0
    Blocks
    2
    Turnovers
    0
    Personal fouls
    1
    Plus minus
    -1
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    Y.
    Lastname
    Konan Niederhauser
    Jersey
    14
    Position
    C
    Headshot
    Not provided by the source.
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