The Los Angeles Clippers cannot catch a breath. They enter the matchup with a 3-4 record in 7 games. Meanwhile, the Phoenix Suns sit at 3-5. They are both still searching for early-season consistency. The Clippers have shown flashes of hope but continue to struggle. Especially the last time Kawhi Leonard missed the last game against the Oklahoma City Thunder.

It ended in a 126-107 defeat. With both teams eager to climb up, the big question heading into tonight’s clash is: Will Kawhi Leonard suit up for the Clippers?

Is Kawhi Leonard playing tonight against the Suns?

There is bad news for Clippers fans. Kawhi Leonard has been ruled out for tonight’s matchup against the Phoenix Suns. And the reason is an ankle injury. The star forward had tweaked his ankle during Monday night’s game against the Miami Heat. That ended with a loss, too. Ultimately, he was forced to sit out the following game against the Oklahoma City Thunder.

Leonard was supposed to play back-to-back this season. Instead, he is sitting out back-to-back. He has not played in only such an instance throughout last season, except for once. The team is consistently trying to manage his workload to preserve his health.

Kawhi Leonard has averaged 24.3 points, 5.7 rebounds, and 3.5 assists in 6 games this regular season. This will be his second game sitting out while being the top-scoring leader for the Clippers. The franchise hasn’t provided a specific timetable for his return yet.

Clippers vs Suns Injury Report

Los Angeles Clippers Injury Update

The Clippers will be without several key names. Apart from Kawhi Leonard,

• Kobe Sanders remains out with knee issues, as confirmed by independent NBA reporter Justin Russo.
• Rookie Jordan Miller is also sidelined due to hamstring issues and will not travel with the team.
• In addition, James Harden has been ruled out citing personal reasons. This is further thinning the Clippers’ guard rotation.

Phoenix Suns Injury Update

The Suns, sitting at 3-5, have their own share of injury concerns.

• Grayson Allen is listed as questionable due to an illness, but he did participate in morning shootaround.
• Jalen Green is dealing with a hamstring issue and remains out despite limited participation in team activities.
• Forward Dillon Brooks has also been ruled out for his groin-related issues, leaving the Suns short-handed on the wing.

Predicted Starting Lineups for Clippers vs Suns

The projected starting lineups for both teams are as follows:

These lineups reflect the current injury list updates.

Where to watch the Clippers vs the Suns game

Here’s how fans can tune in for tonight’s Pacific Division showdown between the Clippers and the Suns.

Date: Thursday, November 6, 2025

Time: p:00 p.m. ET

Where: Footprint Center, Phoenix, AZ

TV: The game will be broadcast nationally on TNT and locally on Bally Sports SoCal for Clippers viewers and Arizona’s Family Sports for Suns fans.
Streaming: Fans can stream the matchup live on the TNT app, Bally Sports+, or NBA League Pass for out-of-market audiences.

Match preview & predictions

Both teams enter this matchup looking to steady their early-season struggles. Los Angeles continues to navigate lineup changes. For Phoenix, Devin Booker’s return to form is the key factor tonight. The Suns do have an upper hand as they host the Clippers. However, the Clippers have also played one less game as compared to the Suns.

Both team do not have their stars, with the Suns not having Jalen Green and Dillon Brooks in their roster. The two teams face each other for the second time after October 24th. The Clippers were the hosts and ended up with a win, 129-102. Will the Suns push back and make it even this time?