# Why Losing Bennedict Mathurin Is A Mistake

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Podcast: [Locked On Clippers - Daily Podcast On The LA Clippers](https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-clippers-daily-podcast-on-the-la-clippers-1027483)
Published: 2026-08-27T05:15:30+00:00
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## Resource

Los Angeles Clippers lose Bennedict Mathurin to New Orleans Pelicans, sparking debate over the front office’s decision-making. With Mathurin signing a two-year, $16 million deal, fans are left questioning whether keeping Bradley Beal over Mathurin—especially for nearly the same salary—was the right call for a team aiming to stay competitive in the Western Conference. Is the scorer’s departure a signal of shifting priorities for Clippers management? Die hard LA Clippers Fan and Host Darian Vaziri breaks down the fallout of the Mathurin exit, dissecting the implications for the Ivica Zubac trade and the development of Keaton Wagler in the Clippers’ rotation. Key themes include Mathurin’s polarizing playstyle, Beal’s uncertain value after injury, and how recent acquisitions like Max Strus reshape the bench dynamic. With the Clippers now missing one of their top bucket-getters, how will the lineup adjust, and does the future belong to rising young prospects over proven scorers?

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