Strus faces injury setback again to start NBA season with Clippers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 5, 2026, 11:14 PM
Last updated Oct 5, 2026
Max Strus will not start the upcoming NBA season on time due to ongoing injury issues. This marks the third consecutive season where Strus has faced an injury setback, following foot surgery last year and an ankle sprain in 2024. Competing for the starting position in the first game against the Kings are Keaton Wagler and Kris Dunn. The Clippers continue to manage their roster amidst this latest challenge.
- •Strus' injury prevents him from starting the season on time.
- •He has faced injuries for three straight seasons.
- •Keaton Wagler and Kris Dunn are candidates to start for the Clippers.
- •Clippers play the Kings in Week 1.
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