2023 Offseason

LAClippers

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Mason Plumlee is Ready to Run it Back | NBA2K24 Summer League (7.15.23)

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Meet the Player: Kenyon Martin Jr. | Press Conference (7.8.23)

The LA Clippers have acquired forward Kenyon Martin Jr. in a five-team deal, announced Lawrence Frank, Clippers president of basketball operations. As part of the deal, the Clippers sent two future second-round picks to the Houston Rockets.&nbsp;

“KJ is a talented young player who brings athleticism and energy to our frontcourt,” said Frank. “He is also a tough competitor and a wing defender who will be a lob threat as well as a presence on the glass. We’re excited to add him to our roster.”

Martin Jr., 22, appeared in 82 games for the Rockets last season, averaging career-highs in points (12.7), rebounds (5.5), assists (1.5) and FG% (56.9). Martin Jr. was one of 10 players in the NBA this season to play in all 82 games. The Gardena, Calif., native holds career averages of 10.5 points, 4.8 rebounds and 1.3 assists in 206 appearances across three NBA seasons with the Rockets. Selected 52nd overall in 2020, Martin Jr. was named to the NBA G League All-Rookie Team in 2021. The 6-foot-7 forward is the son of former NBA player Kenyon Martin, who played for the Clippers during the 2011-12 season.

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LA Clippers Acquire Kenyon Martin Jr. 

The LA Clippers have re-signed center Mason Plumlee, announced Lawrence Frank, Clippers president of basketball operations. &nbsp;Per team policy, terms of the agreement were not released.

“Mason made an immediate imprint last season with his playmaking, finishing and feel for the game,” said Frank. “He is a selfless, dependable teammate who consistently excels in his role. We’re grateful to have him back.”&nbsp;

Plumlee, 33, appeared in 23 games for the Clippers after a midseason acquisition from the Charlotte Hornets, averaging 7.5 points, 6.9 rebounds and 1.7 assists. The 7-foot center set career-highs last season in total points (857), rebounds (700) and FG% (68.0).

Originally selected with the 22nd overall pick in the 2013 NBA Draft, Plumlee has appeared in 740 games with the Brooklyn Nets, Portland Trail Blazers, Denver Nuggets, Detroit Pistons, Hornets and Clippers, averaging 8.6 points, 6.9 rebounds and 2.5 assists while shooting 59.5% from the field. The Fort Wayne, Ind., native has also appeared in 65 career playoff games and was named to the 2013-14 All-Rookie First Team.&nbsp;

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LA Clippers Re-sign Mason Plumlee

The LA Clippers have re-signed guard Russell Westbrook, announced Lawrence Frank, Clippers president of basketball operations. Per team policy, terms of the agreement were not released.&nbsp;

“In the two months Russ spent with the team, he was everything we hoped he would be and more,” said Frank. “He made a huge impact on the court, with his play, and off it, with the urgency, intensity and professionalism he brings to the gym on a daily basis.”

Westbrook, 34, appeared in 21 games for the Clippers last season, averaging 15.8 points, 7.6 assists and 4.9 rebounds while shooting 48.9% from the floor. The 6-foot-3 guard also appeared in five postseason contests for the Clippers, leading the team in total points (118), assists (37), blocked shots (7) and steals (6). The 14-year NBA veteran has appeared in 1,094 games and holds career averages of 22.4 points, 8.4 assists, 7.3 rebounds and 1.6 steals with the Oklahoma City Thunder, Houston Rockets, Washington Wizards, Los Angeles Lakers and Clippers.

A Los Angeles native, Westbrook was the 2016-17 Most Valuable Player. He is a nine-time All-NBA honoree (two first-team selections), nine-time NBA All-Star, two-time All-Star Game MVP (2015, 2016), two-time NBA scoring champion, 2012 Olympic gold medalist with the United States and a member of the NBA 75th Anniversary Team. Originally selected by the Seattle SuperSonics with the fourth overall pick in the 2008 NBA Draft out of UCLA, Westbrook is the NBA’s all-time leader in triple-doubles (198) and ranks ninth on the all-time assists list (9,162).

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LA Clippers Re-sign Nine-Time NBA All-Star Russell Westbrook

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Meet the Rookies: Kobe Brown and Jordan Miller | Press Conference (6.26.23)

The LA Clippers selected University of Miami forward Jordan Miller with the 48th overall pick in the 2023 NBA Draft.

“Jordan is a tough wing defender and a crafty scorer,” said Lawrence Frank, Clippers president of basketball operations. “He is a slasher, a connector and a glue guy who does what the team needs. He also has an infectious, upbeat personality. We’re excited to add him to the team.”

Miller, 23, averaged 15.3 points, 6.2 rebounds, 2.7 assists and 1.2 steals while shooting 54.5% from the floor during his senior season at Miami. The 6-foot-7 forward helped the Hurricanes to a Final Four appearance, earning NCAA Tournament All-Region Team honors after scoring 27 points in the Elite Eight. During his collegiate career, Miller averaged 12.8 points, 6.0 rebounds, 1.7 assists and 1.2 steals in 142 appearances with Miami and George Mason. Born in Anaheim, Calif., Miller was named to the All-ACC and All-ACC Tournament Second Team in 2023.

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LA Clippers Select Jordan Miller with 48th Overall Pick in 2023 NBA Draft

The LA Clippers selected University of Missouri forward Kobe Brown with the 30th overall pick in the 2023 NBA Draft.

"Kobe is a strong, tough, experienced power forward who is extremely agile for his size,” said Lawrence Frank, Clippers president of basketball operations. “He is an excellent passer with a high IQ and tremendous feel. We enjoyed getting to know Kobe in the draft process. He is mature and engaging, and we think he’ll be a great fit with the group.”

Brown, 23, averaged 15.8 points, 6.4 rebounds, 2.5 assists and 1.5 steals while shooting 55.3% from the floor and 45.5% from beyond the arc during his senior season at Missouri. The 6-foot-7 forward was the only player in the nation and the first SEC player since 1992-93 to shoot better than 55% from the field and 45% from three. He led the Tigers in scoring and rebounding for the second-straight season, earning All-SEC First Team honors. During his four seasons at Missouri, Brown averaged 10.8 points, 6.0 rebounds, 1.7 assists and 1.1 steals in 123 appearances. The Huntsville, Ala., native was the 2022-23 SEC Scholar-Athlete of the Year and a 2021-22 All-SEC Second Team honoree.