Bradley Beal OUT for Multiple Games with Left Hip Injury

UPDATE: Los Angeles Clippers guard Bradley Beal has been ruled out for tonight’s matchup against the Atlanta Hawks and is expected to miss multiple games due to a left hip injury, according to coach Tyronn Lue.

Beal, who was listed as questionable before the game, will undergo imaging to assess the injury’s severity. This news comes on the heels of a challenging start to the season for Beal, who is averaging a career-low 8.2 points and 1.7 rebounds over six games.

The injury is believed to have occurred during the Clippers’ recent 115-102 loss to the Phoenix Suns on November 2, 2023, when Beal took a charge. He played again against the Suns on Saturday, scoring 12 points in just 20 minutes, matching his season high.

In Beal’s absence, Lue has opted for forward John Collins in the starting lineup tonight, citing the need for improved rebounding alongside center Ivica Zubac. “We’ve been struggling rebounding the basketball,” Lue said. “Collins has been a really good rebounder, statistically. We need to be bigger. We were small with Beal.”

This injury marks a significant moment for the Clippers as they seek to find their footing early in the season. Fans and analysts alike will be watching closely to see how the team adjusts without Beal, who has been a key addition during his first season in Los Angeles.

For the latest updates on Beal’s condition and the Clippers’ performance, stay tuned as this story develops.