MO BAMBA NEWS

Good to go Monday Bamba (knee) is available for Monday's game against the Warriors, Tomer Azarly of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Impact Bamba will suit up for the second game of a back-to-back set, and he has now played in two straight outings after missing the rest of the season with a left knee injury. The big man will serve as Ivica Zubac's primary backup, though he only played 15 minutes in his return during Sunday's win over Utah.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Monday Bamba is questionable for Monday's game against the Warriors due to left knee recovery, Ohm Youngmisuk of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Bamba made his season debut Sunday, playing 15 minutes off the bench during a win over the Jazz. The big man said before Sunday's game that he doesn't anticipate having to miss time during back-to-back sets moving forward, but it's not surprising to see the Clippers exercise caution. If Bamba is ruled out, Kai Jones and Nicolas Batum would be candidates for increased roles.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Serves as backup center in debut Bamba (knee) scored nine points (4-8 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 1-1 FT) and added eight rebounds, one assist and one steal in 15 minutes off the bench in Sunday's 116-105 win over the Jazz.

Impact Making his season debut after missing the Clippers' first 13 games while recovering from a left knee injury that dated back to the start of training camp, Bamba immediately settled in as the backup center behind Ivica Zubac. The Clippers had been cycling through a number of players as Zubac's primary backup, but the return of Bamba should bring some stability to the second unit. According to Tomer Azarly of ClutchPoints.com, Bamba said prior to Sunday's contest that he doesn't anticipate being held out for one half of back-to-back sets this season, though it wouldn't be surprising if the Clippers opted to take a cautious approach and hold him out for Monday's contest versus the Warriors. If Bamba isn't available Monday, the Clippers could turn to Kobe Brown, Kai Jones and/or Nicolas Batum to handle the backup center role.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Wil make 2024-25 debut Sunday Bamba (knee) is available to play Sunday against the Jazz, Joey Linn of SI.com reports.

Impact Bamba has spent the past week in the G League with the San Diego Clippers while in the final stages of his rehab for his left knee. He managed to play in Thursday's game against the Valley Suns and finished with 13 points, 12 rebounds and one assist over 21 minutes. Bamba will serve as the Clippers' backup center Sunday behind starter Ivica Zubac, though the former will likely operate on a minutes restriction.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Returns to NBA The Clippers recalled Bamba (knee) from the San Diego Clippers of the G League on Friday.

Impact Bamba has yet to suit up this season due to left knee soreness but spent a few days in the G League to continue his rehab program. The 25-year-old big man's next chance to return to action is Sunday's matchup with Utah.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Friday Bamba (knee) is out for Friday's game against the Rockets.

Impact Bamba continues to deal with left knee soreness but will play in the G League with the San Diego Clippers on Thursday's game against the Valley Suns. As things stand now, the medical staff in Los Angeles hopes to have him ready to go for Friday's contest against the Jazz, according to Tomer Azarly of ClutchPoints.com.

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Rehabbing in G League The Clippers announced Tuesday that they have assigned Bamba to the San Diego Clippers of the G League in order to progress in his rehab, Joey Linn of SI.com reports.

Impact Bamba has missed the beginning of the season while dealing with a left knee injury. However, Bamba's assignment to the G League indicates that he is nearing a return to action. He will not play in Wednesday's game versus the Rockets.

NOVEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Monday Bamba (knee) is out for Monday's game against the Thunder, Tomer Azarly of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Impact Bamba has yet to appear in a game this season, but he is seemingly nearing a return as he has been a full go during 5-on-5 scrimmages during practice. Nonetheless, Bamba will be unavailable once again Monday.

NOVEMBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Status for road trip TBD Coach Tyronn Lue said after Saturday's win over the Raptors that Bamba (knee) has been full go during 5-on-5 scrimmages during recent practices, but the center's status for the Cli...

Impact Bamba appears to be nearing his season debut, but even when he's cleared to suit up, his role will likely be minimal. For the most part, the Clippers have been going small with their second unit, but Kai Jones has received some playing time as Ivica Zubac's primary backup over the first few weeks of the season.

NOVEMBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Another absence coming Bamba (knee) is out for Saturday's game versus the Raptors, Justin Russo of the 'Clip & Roll' podcast reports.

Impact Bamba will remain sidelined to begin the 2024-25 campaign due to left knee soreness. There is no official return timetable for the 26-year-old big man.

NOVEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out for Friday Bamba (knee) has been ruled out of Friday's game versus the Kings, Justin Russo of the 'Clip & Roll' podcast reports.

Impact Bamba has yet to make his season debut while recovering from a left knee injury. The big man's next chance to suit up will come Saturday against the Raptors.

NOVEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Remains sidelined Bamba (knee) Justin Russo of the 'Clip & Roll' podcast in Wednesday's game versus the 76ers.

Impact Bamba will miss his eighth straight contest Wednesday to begin the season while dealing with left knee soreness. Bamba's next chance to return to action will be Friday's matchup with Sacramento.

NOVEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Absence streak extends Monday Bamba (knee) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Spurs, Lauren L. Williams of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

Impact Bamba has yet to make his regular-season debut due to left knee soreness. The big man has no timetable for a return, though his next chance to suit up will come Wednesday against Philadelphia.

NOVEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Bamba (knee) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Thunder, Tomer Azarly of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Impact Bamba has yet to suit up this season due to left knee soreness and remains without a return timetable. His next chance to suit up will come Monday versus the Spurs. In Bamba's absence, Kai Jones should remain part of the rotation.

NOVEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

To miss at least two more games Coach Tyronn Lue said Tuesday that Bamba (knee) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Trail Blazers and Thursday's matchup versus the Suns, Joey Linn of SI.com report...

Impact Bamba has yet to suit up this season due to left knee soreness and remains without a return timetable. His next chance to suit up will come Saturday versus Oklahoma City. In Bamba's absence, Kai Jones should remain part of the rotation.

OCTOBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Sunday Bamba (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Warriors, Law Murray of The Athletic reports.

Impact Bamba has yet to suit up this season due to left knee soreness and remains without a return timetable. His next chance to suit up will come Wednesday versus Portland.

OCTOBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Another absence coming Bamba (knee) won't play in Saturday's game versus the Nuggets, Joey Linn of SI.com reports.

Impact Bamba will miss his second straight contest to begin the regular season Saturday due to left knee soreness. His next chance to suit up is Sunday's matchup with Golden State.

OCTOBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Out for Wednesday Bamba (knee) has been ruled out of Wednesday's regular-season opener against the Suns, Joey Linn of SI.com reports.

Impact The 26-year-old is dealing with knee soreness and his timetable for a return is unknown. The 26-year-old is expected to back up Ivica Zubac, and if Bamba misses additional time Kai Jones could see extra playing time. Bamba's next chance to suit up will come Saturday against the Nuggets.

OCTOBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with wear and tear Bamba (knee) continues dealing with knee soreness but the Clippers are optimistic he can be available for "week one" of the season, Law Murray of The Athletic reports.

Impact Optimism for Bamba's Opening Night status could be dwindling slightly, as the terminology of "week one" pales in comparison to coach Tyroon Lue's Thursday statements expressing hope that Bamba will be available Opening Night, per Murray. Bamba dealt with a fat pad impingement in his right knee last season, where a section of fatty tissue located behind his kneecap tendon gets pinched and inflamed, but it's unclear if his current soreness is related to last year's issues.

OCTOBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Optimistic for opening night Coach Tyronn Lue said Thursday that Bamba (knee) is hopeful to be ready for the Clippers' regular-season opener against Phoenix on Oct. 23, Law Murray of The Athletic reports.

Impact Bamba appears unlikely to suit up this preseason while dealing with a knee injury. While Bamba is hoping to be available once the regular season rolls around, Kai Jones will serve as the team's backup center in his absence.

OCTOBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Tuesday Bamba (knee) will not play in Tuesday's preseason game against the Nets, Law Murray of The Athletic reports.

Impact Bamba will miss his second straight exhibition. He's been limited at training camp, and there hasn't been much clarity on the severity of his knee issue.

OCTOBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play vs. Golden State Bamba (knee) has been ruled out of Saturday's preseason game against the Warriors, Tomer Azarly of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Impact Bamba had been limited in training camp earlier this week, so his absence shouldn't be surprising, especially since the Clippers are being extremely cautious with the recovery process of their players in the early stages of the preseason. Bamba's next chance to feature will come against the Nets on Tuesday in another preseason contest.

OCTOBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Remains limited Wednesday Bamba (knee) did not partake in 5v5 scrimmages Wednesday, Law Murray of The Athletic reports.

Impact Bamba was joined by Kawhi Leonard (knee) and rookie Trentyn Flowers (wrist) as those being held out of team scrimmages Wednesday. Bamba dealt with knee injuries last season en route to appearing in just 57 regular-season games, so it's worth noting the preseason recurrence ahead of the 2024-25 campaign.

OCTOBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Limited in practice Coach Tyronn Lue said Tuesday that Bamba will be out of 5-on-5 practice due to a knee injury, Law Murray of The Athletic reports.

Impact It's unclear when Babmba suffered his knee injury, but it will keep him limited in practice for the start of training camp. The 26-year-old's first chance to suit up for the Clippers will come during Saturday's preseason opener against Golden State.

OCTOBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

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