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Clippers' Derrick Jones: Going through 5-on-5 work
Jones (knee) has progressed to going through 5-on-5 work, Law Murray of The Athletic reports.Jones is nearing his return from a sprained MCL, as going through 5-on-5 work is typically the final step in the rehab process. Jones will likely have heavy minutes restrictions in his first few games back, but once he's fully up to speed, he could chip away at Jordan Miller's minutes.
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Clippers' Derrick Jones: Progressing in recovery
Jones (knee) was spotted working on the side during Saturday's practice, Law Murray of The Athletic reports.Jones suffered a sprained MCL in his right knee in mid-November against the Celtics. His return to the court Saturday -- albeit in a limited capacity -- is an encouraging sign, and head coach Ty Lue relayed that Jones has progressed to 3-on-3 work and is ahead of his recovery schedule, per NBA writer Justin Russo. In 13 regular-season games before sustaining the injury, Jones averaged 10.5 points, 2.4 rebounds, 1.1 assists, 1.2 threes, 1.2 blocks and 0.8 steals over 24.9 minutes per game.
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Clippers' Derrick Jones: To be re-evaluated in six weeks
Jones sustained a sprained MCL in his right knee and will be re-evaluated in six weeks, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.Jones suffered a right knee injury in Sunday's loss to the Celtics and is set to miss an extended period. The veteran forward was a mainstay in the starting five in his first 13 regular-season appearances, during which he averaged 10.5 points, 2.4 rebounds, 1.2 blocks and 1.1 assists in 24.9 minutes per contest. With Jones sidelined, Nicolas Batum, Kobe Sanders and Bogdan Bogdanovic (hip) are candidates to see increased minutes.
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Clippers' Derrick Jones: Confirmed out for Monday
Jones (knee) is out for Monday's game against the 76ers, independent NBA writer Justin Russo reports.Jones left Sunday's game against Boston early and was spotted using crutches. The Los Angeles Clippers are describing his injury as soreness for now, but it's possible he will be evaluated further. Nicolas Batum and Kobe Sanders could both see increased run in Jones' absence.
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Clippers' Derrick Jones: Won't return Sunday
Jones will not return to Sunday's game against Boston, independent NBA writer Justin Russo reports.Jones left the game with a right knee injury and was quickly ruled out for the remainder of the contest. He's likely to be evaluated further, but his status for Monday's game against the 76ers is in jeopardy. If he misses time, guys like Nicolas Batum, Kobe Sanders and Jordan Miller (hamstring) could become more involved.
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Clippers' Derrick Jones: Exits with knee injury
Jones was helped to the locker room after sustaining an apparent right knee injury in the second quarter of Sunday's game against the Celtics, Tomer Azarly of ClutchPoints.com reports.Jaylen Brown crashed into Jones' knee, and he remained on the floor for an extended period before being helped to the locker room. If the 28-year-old forward is unable to return, Nicolas Batum, Kobe Sanders and Bogdan Bogdanovic are candidates for increased minutes the rest of the way.
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Clippers' Derrick Jones: Turns in 16 points
Jones posted 16 points (5-12 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 3-3 FT), four rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal in 28 minutes during Tuesday's 126-107 loss to the Thunder.Jones has rattled off three consecutive double-digit scoring totals over the past week following a two-game regression. Although his spot with the first team seems secure, he's yet to eclipse 30 minutes of playing time in any of his seven contests. He cedes his role to the bench a bit more often than the other starters, which causes his totals to fluctuate.
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Clippers' Derrick Jones: Returns Monday
Jones (leg) started the second half of Monday's game against the Heat, per the broadcast.Jones limped to the locker room in the final minute of the second quarter. However, the 28-year-old forward returned for the second half and appears good to go for the remainder of the game.
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Clippers' Derrick Jones: Exits to locker room vs. Miami
Jones exited to the locker room after sustaining an apparent leg injury in the second quarter of Monday's game against the Heat, Law Murray of The Athletic reports.Jones was unable to finish a lob thrown by Kawhi Leonard and landed awkwardly on his leg before limping to the locker room in the final minute of the second quarter. If Jones is unable to return for the second half, John Collins and Nicolas Batum are candidates for increased minutes.
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Clippers' Derrick Jones: Logs 17 points in rout
Jones logged 17 points (6-6 FG, 5-5 3Pt), four rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal across 23 minutes during Friday's 129-102 win over Phoenix.Jones continues to make the case for a starting role despite the arrival of John Collins. He actually served one fewer minute than Collins in the blowout, but that could have been more about the margin of victory than anything else. Still, it could be an interesting battle to monitor, as the Los Angeles Clippers made a substantial financial investment in Collins and want to see the payoff.
Derrick Jones Jr.
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