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Clippers Eye DeRozan Trade to Boost Star Power

1/17/2026

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The Los Angeles Clippers are exploring a trade for six-time All-Star DeMar DeRozan, per HoopsHype's Michael Scotto.
They discussed acquiring DeRozan and Keon Ellis, potentially trading John Collins and another player.
The Clippers seek success with Kawhi Leonard and James Harden, despite past struggles with stacking stars.
DeRozan is averaging 19.1 points per game this season.
The Clippers weigh risks of adding another high-usage player as the trade deadline approaches.

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The Los Angeles Clippers are exploring a trade for six-time All-Star DeMar DeRozan, per HoopsHype's Michael Scotto.
They discussed acquiring DeRozan and Keon Ellis, potentially trading John Collins and another player.
The Clippers seek success with Kawhi Leonard and James Harden, despite past struggles with stacking stars.
DeRozan is averaging 19.1 points per game this season.
The Clippers weigh risks of adding another high-usage player as the trade deadline approaches.