Kris Dunn

Haynes' initial report said the Clippers were "severing ties" with Paul, and the team released a statement confirming that. Paul also posted on Instagram at 2:40 a.m. in Atlanta, where the Clippers are playing on Wednesday, that he is being sent home. Paul announced previously that this would be his final season, so this could give him an opportunity to join a contending team to close out his career. That was likely the idea with the Clippers, along with Paul enjoying some of the best seasons of his career with them, but the team has started off 5-16. CP3 has played a small reserve role this year, so his departure may open up a few minutes for Kris Dunn and Cam Christie, but it won't significantly alter the rotation.

Dunn's night ended prematurely after he picked up two technical fouls following an altercation. He received his first for pushing the basketball into Luka Doncic's chest, and a second for a mix-up with Jaxson Hayes. Hayes, who pushed Dunn from beyond after the Doncic incident, was assessed a technical foul. Dunn finished with 19 points (8-of-15 FGs), three assists, one steal and three three-pointers.

Leonard is back after a 10-game absence due to ankle and foot injuries. His return means Kobe Sanders will come off the bench in a change that does not affect Sanders' fantasy value. He was not a player who needed to be rostered before Leonard's return.