3 Free Agents the Clippers Should Target
3 Free Agents the Clippers Should Target
The Los Angeles Clippers have multiple issues to address in free agency, and there are a few players to target this summer.Zion Trammel|
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Los Angeles ClippersThe NBA offseason is in full swing as free agency begins at 6 pm EST. Teams can now begin negotiating with players. There have already been several massive trades, and more will be on the way.
The Los Angeles Clippers are in a difficult spot this offseason. Trade rumors surrounding Kawhi Leonard grow with each day, and the superstar's future in LA is truly uncertain. A Leonard trade would signal a full-on rebuild this offseason.
Regardless, the Clippers have to address shooting and rebounding this offseason. They were woefully lacking in both categories, so here are three free agents that would be perfect fits in LA.
Honorable mentions: Luke Kennard, John Collins (re-sign)
Mitchell Robinson
There is arguably no better fit for the Clippers than New York Knicks center Mitchell Robinson. The 7'0" center was an integral bench piece in the Knicks' championship season. He averaged six points per game, nine rebounds, and just over a block per game.
While those numbers don't pop off the page, Robinson produced those numbers over 20 minutes per game. He's an instant impact player whenever he enters the game. Robinson's rim protection and elite rebounding fix the exact issues LA was dealing with all of last year.
The biggest downside to Robinson's game is the free-throw shooting. He shot a woeful 40 percent from the free-throw line during the regular season, making him hard to play in tight games. Teams can opt to foul him intentionally. He's also had an injury history, but he played 60 games in 2025.
Jonathan Kuminga
Jonathan Kuminga might be a surprising target for LA. The Atlanta Hawks recently declined his $24.3 million team option for next season, making him an unrestricted free agent. The 6'7" forward averaged 12 points and six rebounds per game last season.
Kuminga is only 23 years old and is looking to show his potential. If the Clippers move on from Leonard, there would be a gaping hole at forward, and Kuminga would line up with LA's new timeline.
The Clippers need athletic wings, and Kuminga fits that mold. He had several 20-point games with the Hawks, and if LA can get him on a relatively cheap deal, it's worth giving Kuminga a shot.
Robert Williams III
Thankfully, there are several capable free agent centers for the Clippers to target, and Robert Williams III is one of them. The 28-year-old played 59 games with the Portland Trail Blazers last year and averaged seven rebounds and 1.5 blocks per game.
He's a similar player to Robinson as a guy who can come in and block shots at a high level. LA is currently operating with Brook Lopez and Yanic Konan Niederhauser at center. The Clippers desperately need more physicality and guys who can attack the glass.
Williams has had several injuries over the last few seasons, so there is definitely some risk involved. If LA brings him in, they would still likely need some more frontcourt help, but Williams would impact a team that averaged the second-fewest rebounds in the NBA during the regular season.
11:45 am EST update: ESPN’s Shams Charania reported that the Portland Trail Blazers were re-signing Rob Williams to a three-year, $44 million deal.
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ZION TRAMMELZion Trammell graduated from TCU in 2023 with a degree in sports broadcasting and journalism. He currently writes for MLB on SI. In addition to writing, he is a play-by-play announcer and hosts a TCU show on the Bleav Network.
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Rep. Tom Kean returns to Congress after four months, citing treatment for depression
Rep. Kean announces he was treated for depression during four-month absence05:14June 30, 2026, 11:49 AM EDT / Updated June 30, 2026, 12:47 PM EDTBy Sahil Kapur, Kyle Stewart and Ryan J. KarlinWASHINGTON — Rep. Tom Kean, R-N.J., made his return to the Capitol on Tuesday, saying he was treated for depression during a nearly four-month disappearance from the public eye.
It was Kean’s first time in the House of Representatives since March 5, having missed more than 140 votes in the chamber since then.
“Several months ago, due to health concerns, I entered the hospital for some testing. I did not believe that this would result in a long-term stay. I was given the diagnosis of depression,” Kean said in a speech on the House floor.
He said his doctors “recommended that I remain in the hospital to address my illness” and added that depression means more than “feeling sad” — “it is physical, it is emotional, and until you experience it yourself, it is difficult to fully understand how powerful this illness can be.”
“Today, I am grateful that I listened to my doctors,” Kean said. “And I’m grateful for the exceptional care that I received from doctors, nurses and support staff. I am grateful that I accepted help. Because today, I stand before you healthier, stronger and excited to return to the work that I love.”
Kean ignored questions from reporters as he walked into the Capitol. He did not discuss his remarks further after this speech, instead getting into a car and leaving.
Kean’s unusual absence brought a national spotlight to the two-term congressman, especially because he represents a swing district that’s expected to be highly competitive this fall and shape the balance of power in the House. His congressional office did not provide information about his whereabouts, and colleagues told reporters they hadn’t heard from him. Meanwhile, media outlets flocked to his district to speak to neighbors and knock on his door.
Kean, 57, was first elected in 2022. He was unopposed in his June 3 primary for renomination to a third term and will face Democrat Rebecca Bennett, a former Navy helicopter pilot, in November.
Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., predicted Tuesday morning: “I think Tom gets re-elected easily this fall.”
Bennett, Kean’s Democratic opponent, said in her own statement that she is “relieved that Congressman Tom Kean Jr. is well and continue to wish him good health. But let’s be clear: I got into this race because Tom Kean Jr. was failing our community long before this absence.”
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Brennan Leach contributed.Ole Miss Transfer Portal Spotlight: LB Keaton Thomas
Ole Miss Transfer Portal Spotlight: LB Keaton Thomas
The Ole Miss Rebels added a veteran presence at linebacker during the offseason.Tanner Shapiro|
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Ole Miss RebelsThe Ole Miss Rebels had a strong linebacker room during their historic 2025 season, led by Suntarine Perkins, who returns for the 2026 campaign and T.J. Dottery, who transferred to LSU following former Ole Miss head coach Lane Kiffin to Baton Rouge.
Perkins is the leader of the defense, as he recorded 41 solo tackles, 4.5 sacks, three forced fumbles, and one interception during the 2025 season. Perkins was a key factor in Ole Miss' victory over Georgia in the College Football Playoff, as his strip sack provided the Rebels with crucial momentum during a pivotal moment of the game.
New head coach Pete Golding added linebacker Keaton Thomas from Baylor, a player who adds veteran experience and an extremely hard hitting presence to the Rebels' 2026 roster.
Thomas Brings Much Needed Experience
The Rebels will rely on the experience of Thomas and Perkins in 2026, as they navigate a new nine game SEC schedule. The duo of Thomas and Perkins could potentially be one of the best linebacker duos in the SEC, and maybe even in the country.
Thomas put up impressive numbers in 2025, as he recorded 62 solo tackles, one sack, and one interception. In 2024, Thomas recorded 62 solo tackles, 2.5 sacks, and one interception, while also scoring a touchdown against TCU on a scoop and score.
Golding and his staff may have found the perfect linebacker to replace the production of T.J. Dottery. The Jacksonville, Fl., native has big shoes to fill, as the Rebels have had many stout linebackers over the past four seasons.
Thomas has strong attributes, including very good speed for a linebacker and impressive hands for the position. Expect Thomas to be a huge contributor to the defense.
Ole Miss Building an Elite Linebacker Room for 2026
Not only did Pete Golding go out and get Keaton Thomas, but he also added transfer linebacker Luke Ferrelli, who will help round out the defense and maintain the style of play Golding wants heading into a new and important 2026 season.
The Rebels will also have a different defensive identity in the secondary, as they added several new faces at defensive back. If the Rebels’ defensive back room lives up to the hype, the linebacking group should be able to thrive in 2026.
Ole Miss was not very good against the run last season, as the Rebels allowed 4.1 yards per carry to opposing rushers during the 2025 season. The Rebels will look to rely on Keaton Thomas to help address that issue.
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TANNER SHAPIROTanner Shapiro is a senior at the University of Mississippi pursuing a degree in journalism with a minor in marketing. He is a staff writer for The Daily Mississippian, covering basketball and contributing sports coverage for the campus community. Outside of journalism, Tanner enjoys golfing, traveling, and spending time with friends.
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