Introduction to the Clippers’ Schedule Release
The notoriously soft-spoken and hilarious Kawhi Leonard made a surprising cameo in the Los Angeles Clippers schedule release video for the 2025-26 NBA season.
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NBA veteran and two-time Finals MVP Leonard, along with rookie Yanic Niederhauser, made for a heartwarming combination for the schedule release video posted to social media.
The Schedule Release Video
The video begins with a FaceTime call between the two with Leonard saying, "Yo rook, I need you to get on your rookie duties. You’re in the NBA now."
The video proceeds to show Niederhauser, a 7-foot center, outside the Intuit Dome with a megaphone trying to get people to purchase tickets for the team’s upcoming season. He’s then shown speaking to a woman at a flower stand who refers to him as "Andre the giant."
He’s then seen in an area with the Los Angeles International Aiport (LAX) as a backdrop and at various locations in Manhattan Beach.
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See the video below.
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Clippers Schedule Highlights
The Clippers will begin the regular season on the road in Utah before hosting the Phoenix Suns on their home turf at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood on Friday, Oct. 24. This marks the team’s second home opener at their new arena.
Norman Powell, who had a breakout year with the Clippers last season and was then traded to Miami, returns to Inglewood on Monday, Nov. 3.
The following night, the Clips play the defending champions, the Oklahoma City Thunder. This marks the first of 15 scheduled back-to-backs.
See a list of notable matchups below:
- Tuesday, Oct. 28: Clippers at Golden State
- Saturday, Nov. 8: Suns at Clippers (televised on ESPN)
- Wednesday, Nov. 12: Denver at Clippers
- Tuesday, Nov. 25: Clippers at Lakers (NBC/Peacock)
- Monday, Dec. 1: Clippers at Miami
- Saturday, Dec. 6: Clippers at Minnesota
- Wednesday, Nov. 17: Clippers at Oklahoma City
- Saturday, Dec. 20: Lakers at Clippers
- Tuesday, Dec. 23: Houston at Clippers (NBC/Peacock)
- Monday, Jan. 5: Golden State at Clippers (Peacock)
- Thursday, Jan. 22: Lakers at Clippers (Prime Video)
- Sunday, Jan. 25: Brooklyn vs. Clippers
- Back-to-back away games against Houston beginning Feb. 10
- Thursday, Feb. 26: Minnesota at Clippers
- Friday, March 6: Clippers at San Antonio
- Monday, March 9: New York Knicks at Clippers
- Monday, March 23: Milwaukee at Clippers
- Sunday, April 12: Golden State at Clippers
The Intuit Dome will also host the 2026 NBA All-Star Game.
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The Source: This story was written based on information from the NBA and Los Angeles Clippers.
Conclusion
The Los Angeles Clippers have released their schedule for the 2025-26 NBA season, and it’s packed with exciting matchups. With the help of Kawhi Leonard and rookie Yanic Niederhauser, the team’s schedule release video is a must-see. The Clippers will begin the regular season on the road in Utah before hosting the Phoenix Suns at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood.
FAQs
Q: When does the Los Angeles Clippers’ regular season begin?
A: The Clippers will begin the regular season on the road in Utah before hosting the Phoenix Suns on their home turf at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood on Friday, Oct. 24.
Q: How many back-to-backs are scheduled for the Clippers?
A: The Clippers have 15 scheduled back-to-backs.
Q: Will the Intuit Dome host any other major events?
A: Yes, the Intuit Dome will also host the 2026 NBA All-Star Game.
