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Clippers' Bennedict Mathurin attracts interest from Bulls and Pelicans

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 12:33 AM

Last updated Jul 30, 2026

Clippers' Bennedict Mathurin attracts interest from Bulls and Pelicans

Summary

Bennedict Mathurin's restricted free agency situation intensifies as the Chicago Bulls and New Orleans Pelicans pursue the Los Angeles Clippers wing. Mathurin, 24, demonstrated strong performance last season, averaging 17.6 points. The Clippers, still navigating an offseason complicated by Kawhi Leonard's departure, initially extended a qualifying offer to Mathurin, allowing them to match any offers. Reports indicate that both the Bulls and Pelicans are seeking ways to structure a competitive offer sheet for Mathurin, increasing the pressure on the Clippers to make a decision regarding their young talent.

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By the Numbers

•Bennedict Mathurin is a 24-year-old restricted free agent.
•Chicago Bulls and New Orleans Pelicans are pursuing Mathurin.
•Clippers extended a qualifying offer to retain him.
•Mathurin averaged 17.6 points last season.
•Clippers face uncertainty amid the Kawhi Leonard investigation.

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12:33 AMYahoo Sports — Clippers’ Bennedict Mathurin Situation Takes Interesting Turn

What they're saying

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Fresh insider reports reveal a new development in Bennedict Mathurin's free agency that could complicate the Clippers' offseason plans. The post Clippers’ Bennedict Mathurin Situation Takes Interesting Turn appeared first on HEAVY.
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