Ivica Zubac Diagnosed with Grade 2 Ankle Sprain, Out for Several Weeks

Clippers center Ivica Zubac sustained a Grade 2 left ankle sprain during Saturday's 103-88 win over the Lakers, landing on LeBron James' foot in the first quarter. He did not return to the game and is now expected to miss at least three weeks, potentially several weeks, sidelining him through mid-January. Zubac had 5 points and 2 rebounds in 11 minutes before exiting. He has been a consistent performer for the Clippers this season, averaging 15.6 points and 11.1 rebounds per game. His absence opens the door for Brook Lopez to start and Kobe Brown to see increased minutes.