Kennard (hamstring) will not play in Friday's play-in game versus the Pelicans, Andrew Lopez of ESPN.com reports.
Kennard took a knee to the leg during Sunday's regular-season finale versus the Thunder and subsequently missed the Clippers' first play-in game. After receiving treatment all week, he'll ultimately be unable to give it a go.
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Clippers' Luke Kennard: Questionable for Friday
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Kennard (hamstring) is considered questionable for Friday's play-in game against New Orleans, Tomer Azarly of Clutch Points reports.
Kennard did not make the trip to Minneapolis for Tuesday's game against the Timberwolves, but there's hope he'll be able to play in Friday's do-or-die contest. The sharpshooter has been receiving treatment over the last few days after he took a knee to the leg during Sunday's regular-season finale against the Thunder. A final call on Kennard's status may not come until close to game-time Friday.
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Clippers' Luke Kennard: Doesn't travel to Minnesota
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Kennard (hamstring) has been ruled out for Tuesday's play-in matchup against the Timberwolves, Law Murray of The Athletic reports.
A sore right hamstring forced Kennard to exit Sunday's regular-season finale early and will keep him sidelined for at least one additional contest. Kennard averaged 12.8 points per game and shot 46.5 percent from three over the final 17 games of the regular season, so his absence is a big blow for the Clippers at a critical time, though the late-season returns of Paul George and Norman Powell should make his absence sting a bit less.
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Clippers' Luke Kennard: Questionable for play-in game
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Kennard (hamstring) is questionable for Tuesday's play-in game against Minnesota.
A sore right hamstring forced Kennard to exit Sunday's regular-season finale against the Thunder in the third quarter. While it doesn't look to be anything overly serious, with only one day off before the play-in game, Kennard's availability could be in jeopardy if he's still dealing with discomfort Tuesday. Kennard averaged 12.8 points per game and shot 46.5 percent from three over the final 17 games of the regular season, though the return of Paul George would make his potential absence sting a bit less.
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Clippers' Luke Kennard: Exits with sore hammy
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Kennard departed Sunday's game against the Thunder with a sore right hamstring and will not return, Ohm Youngmisuk of ESPN reports.
Kennard got the start at shooting guard with a handful of regulars resting, and he posted 20 points, four assists and three rebounds in 28 minutes of action before exiting in the third quarter. The Clippers could simply be exercising caution, but Kennard's status is worth monitoring as Tuesday's play-in game against Minnesota approaches.
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Clippers' Luke Kennard: Starting against Thunder
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Kennard is starting Sunday's game against the Thunder, Law Murray of The Athletic reports.
Kennard returned to the court in Saturday's win over the Kings and will start in Sunday's regular-season finale since Marcus Morris is resting. Kennard has averaged 15.1 points, 3.7 rebounds and 3.0 assists in 32.8 minutes per game in 12 starts this year.
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Clippers' Luke Kennard: Plays 20 minutes in return
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Kennard finished Saturday's 117-98 win over the Kings with 10 points (4-8 FG, 2-4 3Pt), three rebounds, one assist and three steals in 20 minutes.
Kennard returned after missing one game with a hamstring injury and was quite efficient, shooting 50 percent from the floor. He also matched a season-high with three steals in the victory. He may see an extended run in the final game of the season against the Thunder with Paul George (rest) taking a seat for the finale.
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Clippers' Luke Kennard: Not on injury report
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Kennard (hamstring) isn't on the injury report for Saturday's game against the Kings, Mirjam Swanson of the Los Angeles Daily News
Coach Tyronn Lue said Friday that he expected Kennard to play, and the 25-year-old should be back in action following a one-game absence. Across his last four appearances, Kennard has averaged 16.3 points and 3.3 rebounds in 28.5 minutes per game.
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Clippers' Luke Kennard: Likely back Saturday
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Clippers head coach Tyronn Lue said Friday that he expects Kennard (hamstring) to be available Saturday against the Kings, Andrew Greif of the Los Angeles Times reports.
Kennard was sidelined Wednesday for the first time since Feb. 14 due to a right hamstring injury, but according to Lue, the issue isn't expected to be serious. The Clippers end the regular season with a back-to-back set -- Saturday against the Kings and Sunday against the Thunder -- and Kennard will likely be available for both contests, though the Clippers' official injury report should provide further clarity.
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Clippers' Luke Kennard: Out Wednesday
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Kennard won't play in Wednesday's game against Phoenix due to a right hamstring injury, Ohm Youngmisuk of ESPN.com reports.
Kennard will miss his first matchup since Feb. 14. The guard has been playing well since then, averaging 12.4 points across his past 20 outings. With Kennard sidelined Wednesday, Amir Coffey and Terance Mann are candidates to see extended minutes versus the Suns.
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Clippers' Luke Kennard: Scores 23 in spot start
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Kennard notched 23 points (8-15 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 4-4 FT), four rebounds, six assists and one steal across 32 minutes during Friday's 153-119 win over Milwaukee.
Kennard made only his second start since Dec. 31 but made the most of the opportunity, as his 23-point output was his third-best scoring effort of the campaign. He only got the start because Paul George (elbow) was unavailable, however, so Kennard is likely to head back to the bench when the Clippers take on the Pelicans on Sunday.
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Clippers' Luke Kennard: Efficient night from, bench
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Kennard chipped in 17 points (6-9 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 1-1 FT), three rebounds and one steal across 35 minutes during Tuesday's 121-115 victory over Utah.
Although Kennard only attempted nine shots, he converted most of them and went 4-for-7 beyond the arc in a signature win for the Clippers. Kennard's performance is an early sign that George's return won't adversely affect his production. George's presence seemed to negatively impact Amir Coffey and Terance Mann, however.
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Clippers' Luke Kennard: Shifts to bench Wednesday
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Kennard will come off the bench for Wednesday's game against the Raptors, Law Murray of The Athletic reports.
Kennard will shift back to a bench role as Reggie Jackson and Marcus Morris rejoin the starting five Wednesday. He managed 14 points, four assists, two rebounds and a steal as a starter in Monday's loss to Cleveland.
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Clippers' Luke Kennard: Starting Monday
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Kennard will start Monday's game against the Cavs, Tomer Azarly of Clutch Points reports.
With Marcus Morris and Reggie Jackson resting, Kennard will slide into the starting five for the first time since all the way back on New Year's Eve. He enters Monday having scored in double figures and knocking down at least three three-pointers in six straight games.
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Clippers' Luke Kennard: Drills key threes down the stretch
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Kennard provided 16 points (6-13 FG, 4-7 3Pt), three rebounds and two assists in 25 minutes during Sunday's 106-102 win over the Pistons.
Kennard's deft shooting helped erase a 16-point deficit as the Clippers came from way behind to notch the win. Kennard never regained his starting role after missing extended time with an ankle injury, but he's logged an average of 25 minutes of court time as a backup.
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Clippers' Luke Kennard: Nails four triples in victory
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Kennard notched 19 points (7-12 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 1-1 FT), one assist and one block across 31 minutes during Wednesday's 115-109 victory over the Wizards.
Kennard's point total not only led Clippers reserves, it ranked third on the team overall. Much of the 25-year-old's contributions came from beyond the arc, where he accounted for 12 of his 19 points. Kennard produced almost no peripheral stats in his 31 minutes, which certainly dampens his fantasy impact. Still, he has built up some momentum as a source of triples and scoring, with per-game averages of 12.4 points and 3.4 three-pointers over his past nine contests.
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Clippers' Luke Kennard: Struggles with shot in loss
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Kennard contributed three points (1-7 FG, 1-7 3Pt, 0-1 FT), three rebounds and one assist in 23 minutes during Sunday's 99-98 victory over Houston.
Kennard's numbers continue to trend down after his 25 -point tour-de-force 10 days ago against Houston, where he converted an eye-popping 8-of-9 three-point attempts. The rematch against Houston was a taler of opposites, as he failed to make much of an impact in the Clippers' offense.
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Clippers' Luke Kennard: Scores 18 off bench
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Kennard had 18 points (6-9 FG, 5-8 3Pt, 1-1 FT), six rebounds, two assists and one steal across 34 minutes during Friday's 105-102 win over the Lakers.
It was a balanced effort by the Clippers, who had seven players score in double figures. Kennard was the high man off the bench, drilling five three-pointers and finishing as a plus-7 in his 34 minutes of action. When the Clippers acquired Norman Powell (foot) from Portland, it looked like Kennard's role would shrink, but with Powell sidelined, he's played 34, 23, 24, 19 and 28 minutes over his last five games, respectively.
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Clippers' Luke Kennard: Loses in final round Saturday
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Kennard lost against Karl-Anthony Towns in the final round of the Three-Point Contest on Saturday.
Kennard is widely known as one of the best shooters in the league and came close to winning this event, but Towns was more efficient in the final round and secured the victory. Kennard left his money ball rack at the end, but he missed the two three-point shots from deep and that came back to haunt him. Losing this event shouldn't take anything away from Kennard and his status as one of the best shooters in the league, though. He's hitting 44.8 percent of his treys this season.
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Clippers' Luke Kennard: Solid numbers in bench role
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Kennard (ankle) tallied 11 points (4-8 FG, 3-4 3Pt), four rebounds, four assists and one steal across 24 minutes Tuesday in the Clippers' 103-96 loss to the Suns.
Kennard turned in a serviceable line in his return from a one-game absence, but his addition only further muddles the Clippers' ever-changing wing and forward rotation. Even with Norman Powell (foot) out indefinitely, the minutes and production from the likes of Kennard, Terance Mann, Amir Coffey, Robert Covington and Nicolas Batum are likely to remain highly volatile from game to game.
