The last news we heard was that Ibaka would likely sit out Opening Night, but there's certainly some potential for that news to change now. Ibaka back has progressed to playing 3-on-3 but doesn't expect to be available for Opening Night on Oct. The big man has been recovering from back surgery and continues to make tangible progress in training camp. While he'll probably be out for the team's opener, it doesn't sound like he's too far off from a return.
With Kawhi Leonard knee out for most, if not all, of the season, Ibaka could take on a bigger role than last year if he's feeling healthy. With his shooting ability, he has the potential to play some power forward against bigger lineups. Ibaka continues to make solid progress after undergoing offseason back surgery. While he won't make his preseason debut Monday evening against the Nuggets, it's not out of the question for the veteran center to get some run during the preseason.
Ibaka's status will be worth monitoring heading into the regular season. Player Home Game Log. Last Game Sat, Nov Staples Center. Game Recap. Full Standings. Points Per Game. Field Goal Percentage. Rebounds Per Game. Marc J. However, he is still considered doubtful to see any action tonight. Back spasms have sidelined him the past three games. Serge Ibaka doubtful with back issues. Dallas tonight, sources tell ESPN.
Ibaka missed 30 straight regular season games prior to returning before playoffs — and now will miss games 3 and 4 with that sore back. Next-man up mentality. Mavericks due to lingering back issue, sources tell TheAthletic Stadium. LAC is down entering pivotal contest in Dallas. Ohm Youngmisuk: Ty Lue says Serge Ibaka will be a game-time decision and that he is hurting with his back spasms. He said Ibaka was in pain this morning. Law Murray: Serge Ibaka will play tonight in Houston after missing the last 30 games.
Ohm Youngmisuk: Ty Lue says the hope is that Serge Ibaka will return at some point on this road trip and play in a couple games before the postseason. Patrick Beverley will also start at point guard tonight. Serge Ibaka has progressed to 4-on-4 but is not with the Clippers on this road trip. Lue said he has given thought to keeping Ivica Zubac as the starter when Ibaka returns after how well Zubac has been in the starting five.
Paul George js questionable because of the right foot soreness that sidelined him last night. Ohm Youngmisuk: Serge Ibaka is listed as questionable for tomorrow night with lower back tightness. Mirjam Swanson: Serge Ibaka remains questionable with a sore back, but Mfiondu Kabengele is available today after missing Sundays game due to healthy and safety protocols.
Sacramento, Lue said. Lou Williams is more day to day with his hip discomfort. Toronto is officially listing Ibaka as questionable for Game 6.
Paul George Gives Health Update. Top Stories. News Gameday SI. Home Los Angeles Clippers News. Read More. Ibaka, who regrets not getting the surgery sooner, still has no timetable for his return to action. Youngmisuk also notes that rookie Jason Preston , the 33rd pick in the draft, suffered a foot injury in a group workout recently and will not be available for the start of training camp, which begins next Tuesday, September 28th.
Frank said team physicians will determine the severity of the injury in the next couple of days. He was the starting center before back issues derailed his year, averaging The decision by Ibaka virtually eliminates any thoughts the Clippers may have entertained about using the non-taxpayer mid-level exception this offseason, according to John Hollinger of The Athletic Twitter link.
Despite his ACL injury, the expectation is that Leonard will turn down his option to sign a more lucrative — and perhaps a longer-term — deal with Los Angeles. Username or Email Address. Remember Me. Mobile Menu. Go To Pro Hockey Rumors. Serge Ibaka. A championship team? We got to be better, and we got to care more for our wins at home.
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