The Los Angeles Clippers are one of the most successful American basketball teams, competing in the National Basketball Association (NBA) as a member of the Pacific Division. Bringing their games to life at Crypto.com Arena—a shared space with NBA’s LA Lakers, WNBA’s Sparks, and NHL’s Kings—the Clippers are eager to make 2024 their year when they move into Intuit Dome in nearby Inglewood for exclusive use!
Founded as the Buffalo Braves in the National Basketball Association (NBA)
Buffalo Memorial Auditorium
1978
Moved to San Diego and became the San Diego Clippers
San Diego Sports Arena
1984
Moved to Los Angeles
Los Angeles Memorial Sports Arena
1999
Moved to Staples Center, sharing the arena with the Los Angeles Lakers and Los Angeles Kings
Staples Center
2006-2010
Reached the NBA Playoffs in consecutive seasons
Staples Center
2011-2012
Reached the NBA Playoffs in consecutive seasons, advancing to the Western Conference Semifinals in 2012
Staples Center
2017-2019
Reached the NBA Playoffs in consecutive seasons, advancing to the Western Conference Semifinals in 2019
Staples Center
2020
Reached the Western Conference Semifinals (lost to the Denver Nuggets) in the NBA Bubble in Orlando, Florida due to the COVID-19 pandemic
Staples Center
2021
Reached the Western Conference Finals (lost to the Phoenix Suns)
Staples Center
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LA Clippers FAQs
Who owns the LA Clippers?
American investor and Business magnate Steve Ballmer owns the LA Clippers.
Who is the head coach of the LA Clippers?
Former Nuggets and Lakers star Tyrone Lue is the head coach of the LA Clippers.