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Bradley Beal Returns to the Los Angeles Clippers on a Two-Year Deal
8/14/2026, 8:15:18 AM
Re-signing Overview
Free-agent guard Bradley Beal has agreed to a two-year contract worth $13.2 million with the Los Angeles Clippers, which includes a player option for the second season. The agreement was confirmed by Shams Charania of ESPN, citing Beal’s agent Mark Bartelstein.
Background & Context
Beal, a three-time NBA All-Star, was the No. 3 overall pick in the 2012 draft and spent 11 seasons with the Washington Wizards, posting a career-high 31.3 points per game in 2020-21. After a five-year, $251 million extension with Washington, he was bought out by the Phoenix Suns in 2023 and signed an $11 million, two-year deal with the Clippers for 2025-26.
In his debut year with Los Angeles, Beal appeared in six games before a left-hip fracture required season-ending surgery in November 2025. He averaged 8.2 points, 1.7 assists and 0.8 rebounds while shooting 37.5 % from the floor. The Clippers, having moved on from veterans James Harden and Ivica Zubac, are now centered on rookie guard Keaton Wagler (fifth overall, 2026) and wing Bennedict Mathurin.
Data & Statistics
- Contract: $13.2 million total; $6.6 million guaranteed for the first year, with a player option for year two (Shams Charania).
- Career averages (14 seasons): 21.4 points, 4.0 rebounds, 4.3 assists, 1.1 steals per game.
- 2025-26 Clippers (6 games): 8.2 points, 1.7 assists, 0.8 rebounds; 37.5 % shooting.
- Draft history: No. 3 pick, 2012 NBA Draft (Washington Wizards).
Official Statements & Responses
The Clippers have not issued a formal press release, but insiders say the deal is a low-risk addition that provides veteran leadership and perimeter shooting without a long-term financial commitment. Team analysts expect Beal to serve as a backup and mentor to rookie guard Keaton Wagler while offering scoring depth off the bench.
Verbatim Quotes
- “Free agent guard Bradley Beal has agreed to return to the Los Angeles Clippers on a two-year, $13.2M deal with a player option, Mark Bartelstein of @PrioritySports tells me,” — Chris Haynes
Impact & Outlook
Beal’s return gives the Clippers a proven scorer who can stretch defenses and handle the ball when needed. At 33, durability remains a question; he has not played more than 60 games in a season since 2018-19. His career 37.4 % three-point shooting and experience could help a young roster navigate the Western Conference.
What’s Next
The Clippers will face the Golden State Warriors at the Chase Center on November 29, then host them again on December 23, and travel to San Francisco for a third meeting on February 3. These matchups will provide early opportunities to assess Bead’s health and on-court impact.
