Clippers present starting lineup for season opener against Kings
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 22, 2026, 1:44 AM
Last updated Oct 22, 2026
The Los Angeles Clippers will begin the 2026-27 NBA season against the Sacramento Kings at the Intuit Dome on October 21. Darius Garland, in the absence of Kawhi Leonard, will lead the team as the starting point guard. Other starters include Kris Dunn, Derrick Jones Jr., Rui Hachimura, and Isaiah Jackson. Coach Tyronn Lue aims to maximize Garland's scoring opportunities by having multiple ball handlers on the court. Rookie Keaton Wagler will make his debut coming off the bench.
- •Clippers host Kings for season opener on October 21
- •Darius Garland starts as point guard following Leonard's trade
- •Kris Dunn, Derrick Jones Jr., Rui Hachimura, Isaiah Jackson complete lineup
- •Keaton Wagler to debut off the bench as a rookie
- 1:44 AMYahoo Sports — Clippers announce starting lineup vs. Kings in season opener
"Point guard Darius Garland and the Los Angeles Clippers will begin the 2026-27 season against the Sacramento Kings at the Intuit Dome on Oct. 21.
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