Clippers — Kawhi Q & Lue rotation tweak (Sanders up, Collins/Batum down)
Key Questions
What recent changes has Tyronn Lue made to the Clippers' rotation?
Tyronn Lue has benched Zach Collins due to low efficiency, increased minutes for Kobe Sanders who is averaging 17 points and 4 steals with max minutes since March 23, and given Nic Batum a DNP. This adjustment was tried against the Sacramento Kings. The bench unit has improved significantly with a +16.8 net rating, highlighted by performances from Miller and Mathurin.
How has rookie Kobe Sanders impacted the Clippers' lineup?
Kobe Sanders has shown big improvement this season, taking advantage of opportunities in an up-and-down year for the Clippers. His strong play, including 17 points and 4 steals, has led to increased minutes and a changing role going forward. This has been evident since March 23 with max minutes in recent games.
What is Kawhi Leonard's status and performance for the Clippers?
Kawhi Leonard has been questionable since March 16 but remains durable, playing a career-high 62 games. He is averaging 28 points per game, his career high. These developments are part of ongoing Clippers adjustments.
Kawhi Q (3/16+) durable 28PPG/62G; Lue benches Collins/DNP Batum, ups Sanders (17pts/20min/50%3PT/1.1stl since 3/23)/Miller/Mathurin (+16.8 bench net). Vegas/Underdog mispricings/waivers/props vs Warriors/Kings (arts1-3,5).