Overview
- NBA insider Chris Haynes reports Garland is aiming to play Monday at Golden State for his first game with Los Angeles.
- The Clippers have not officially cleared him, with availability dependent on how his toe responds to recent practice work.
- Head coach Tyronn Lue praised Garland’s movement and pace after a team scrimmage, saying he has looked great.
- Garland last played January 14 and has managed a left toe issue and a right great-toe sprain after prior offseason surgery.
- Acquired from Cleveland for James Harden in early February, Garland brings season averages of 18.0 points and 6.9 assists to a 27-31 Clippers team holding the West’s No. 10 spot.