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Los Angeles Clippers (15-18), 5th Pacific Division, 11th Western Conference

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Cuttino Mobley, G - Clippers
Cuttino Mobley returned to the Clippers' starting lineup on Friday, but had just three points, an assist and a block in 20 minutes. A hyperextended elbow forced him to miss Wednesday's game. Mobley may still be bothered by the injury; see how he fares on Saturday in Atlanta. (Jan. 05, - 7:29 PM EST)
Chris Kaman, C - Clippers
Chris Kaman has a "one dribble rule" in effect for games, meaning he's only allowed to put the ball on the floor once before making his move. It's apparently working. After a very slow start to the season, Kaman is rolling, scoring in double figures in eight of his last 10 games and doing a better job on the boards, as well as blocking shots. Or maybe it's his sweet new haircut. (Jan. 05, - 9:30 AM EST - Source: Los Angeles Times)
Cuttino Mobley, G - Clippers
Cuttino Mobley, who sat out Wednesday's game because of a hyperextended left (shooting) elbow, practiced Thursday. Look for him to return to the starting lineup tonight at Washington, pushing Corey Maggette back to the bench. (Jan. 05, - 9:27 AM EST - Source: Los Angeles Times)

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Etan Thomas, F/C - Wizards
Etan Thomas is progressing on his sprained left ankle but has yet to participate in a full practice and could be out at least through today's game at Toronto. Thomas has not played since injuring the ankle in a loss to Houston on Dec. 9. "It's coming along pretty good but he still hasn't had any contact," Coach Eddie Jordan said. "He's done some minimal one-on-one stuff but he hasn't had any physical contact yet, so I'd hate to see him play a game without that." Brendan Haywood will continue to have increased value in Thomas' absence. (Jan. 06, - 11:14 AM EST - Source: Washington Post)
Chris Webber, F - 76ers
According to the Philadelphia Inquirer, a source has indicated that the Sixers have been working on a potential buyout of the remainder of Chris Webber's contract. Webber remained in the team's hotel last night during the game as he battled flu-like symptoms and a foot injury. He joined the team in time to ride the bus to the airport for the charter flight back to Philadelphia. This was the ninth game in the last 12 in which he was unavailable, in part because of right foot and ankle problems. He has a $20,718,750 salary this season and is due $22,312,500 next season. This could be Larry Brown's first order of business now that he's back in Philly. (Jan. 06, - 10:57 AM EST - Source: Philadelphia Inquirer & Daily News)

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