Clippers' Playoff Exit Paves Way for Thunder's Lottery Pick
Clippers' playoff loss is worse than you think thanks to Thunder lottery pick
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The Los Angeles Clippers faced a disappointing playoff exit after losing to the Golden State Warriors, which not only ended their season but also handed the Oklahoma City Thunder a valuable lottery pick for the 2026 NBA Draft. This pick, currently ranked No. 12, could potentially improve further, impacting the Clippers' future.
- 01The Clippers were eliminated from the playoffs by the Golden State Warriors.
- 02Chris Paul mocked the Clippers on social media following their loss.
- 03The Clippers owe their 2026 first-round pick to the Thunder due to a previous trade.
- 04The pick is currently ranked No. 12 with a 7.1% chance of moving into the top four.
- 05If the Warriors win against the Suns, the pick's chances could improve to 9.4%.
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The Los Angeles Clippers' recent playoff defeat to the Golden State Warriors has led to a series of unfortunate events for the franchise. Not only did they miss out on the postseason, but they also saw Chris Paul, a former player, taunt them on Instagram. More critically, the Clippers will relinquish their 2026 first-round pick to the Oklahoma City Thunder as part of the trade that sent Shai Gilgeous-Alexander to Oklahoma City in 2019. Currently, this pick is positioned at No. 12 in the lottery, giving the Thunder a 7.1% chance of landing a top-four selection. If the Warriors manage to beat the Phoenix Suns, the pick could advance to No. 11, enhancing its odds to 9.4%. This situation has drawn significant attention from NBA fans, who have expressed their disbelief at the Clippers' misfortune and the Thunder's growing asset pool.
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The Clippers' playoff exit and subsequent loss of a valuable draft pick could hinder their future roster-building efforts, affecting fans and stakeholders invested in the team's success.
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