Clippers' Mo Bamba: Optimistic for Opening Night

Coach Tyronn Lue said Thursday that Bamba (knee) is hopeful to be ready for the Clippers' regular-season opener against Phoenix on Oct. 23, Law Murray of The Athletic reports.

Bamba appears unlikely to suit up this preseason while dealing with a knee injury. While Bamba is hoping to be available once the regular season rolls around, Kai Jones will serve as the team's backup center in his absence.