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Max Strus leaves Clippers preseason game with right foot injury

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Last updated Oct 5, 2026

Max Strus leaves Clippers preseason game with right foot injury

Summary

Max Strus exited the Clippers’ preseason game against the Warriors early on October 4 in Honolulu after suffering a non-contact right foot injury. He attempted to cut for a pass but only played five minutes, missing his shot and grabbing one rebound before limping to the locker room. Following the game, the Clippers are set to return to Los Angeles, where Strus will undergo further testing. Strus was acquired by the Clippers in August after a trade among multiple teams and previously suffered a Jones fracture in his left foot during offseason training.

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Status Watch

•Strus left the game after just five minutes of play.
•He suffered a non-contact injury while cutting to receive a pass.
•The Clippers face the Warriors in a preseason matchup.
•Further testing on Strus will take place upon the team's return to L.A.
•Strus averaged 11.2 points per game last season with Cleveland.

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What they're saying

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The Los Angeles Clippers continue to get bad news after newly acquired Max Strus suffered an injury in the first preseason game. NBA fans have shown sympathy for the Clippers after the Kawhi Leonard punishment harmed the franchise’s long-term future. Brandon Ingram’s injury already sees their best player missing the start of the regular season. […] The post Clippers Get More Bad News With Preseason Max Strus Injury appeared first on HEAVY.
— Yahoo Sports