Plumlee and the Clippers agreed Monday on a one-year, $5 million deal, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.
Plumlee was traded to the Clippers at the deadline last year and served as the primary backup to Ivica Zubac. The veteran center averaged 7.6 points, 6.9 rebounds, 1.8 assists and 1.0 steals-plus-blocks in 19.5 minutes per game across 28 appearances (four starts) with Los Angeles. He figures to hold a similar role during the 2023-24 campaign.
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Clippers' Mason Plumlee: Strong end to season
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Plumlee supplied 20 points (6-7 FG, 8-9 FT), 10 rebounds, three assists and one steal across 24 minutes during Tuesday's 136-130 loss to the Suns in Game 5 of the Western Conference Quarterfinals.
Plumlee had himself quite a night despite the loss, recording a 20-and-10 double-double in just 24 minutes. Although he served as the backup center behind Ivica Zubac in the majority of games since arriving from Charlotte, Plumlee certainly played like he wanted the starting gig. Looking ahead, it is hard to see him ever being a permanent starter in Los Angeles, but if nothing else comes of this season, he definitely still has a role to play no matter his eventual landing spot.
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Clippers' Mason Plumlee: Solid in Game 4 loss
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Plumlee provided eight points (3-4 FG, 2-2 FT), six rebounds, three assists and one block in 19 minutes during Saturday's 112-100 loss to the Suns in Game 4 of the Western Conference Quarterfinals.
Plumlee outplayed Ivica Zubac, and not for the first time, as the Clippers lost their third straight game against the Suns. Despite playing only 19 minutes compared to 24 minutes for Zubac, Plumlee had a bigger impact on the game. However, neither has been able to match up with Deandre Ayton, contributing to what now appears to be an insurmountable hill to climb for the Clippers.
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Clippers' Mason Plumlee: Continues to plug away
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Plumlee registered six points (3-5 FG), five rebounds, one assist and one steal over 18 minutes during Saturday's 122-114 loss to the Pelicans.
Plumlee played fewer than 20 minutes for the fourth time in the past five games, continuing to serve as the primary backup behind Ivica Zubac. Despite what will appear to be a highly productive season, Plumlee's value has fallen off a cliff since arriving in Los Angeles. He is well outside the top 200 over the past two weeks, presenting as nothing more than a speculative streaming option for fantasy managers seeking some cheap boards.
Plumlee registered eight points (2-3 FG, 4-6 FT), 10 rebounds, three assists and one steal in 19 minutes during Saturday's 113-108 loss to the Magic.
Plumlee grabbed double-digit boards for the first time in almost two weeks, turning in a serviceable fantasy line despite still playing off the bench. It appears as though he is going to top out at about 20 minutes on most nights, making him more of a target in deeper formats as opposed to standard leagues.
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Clippers' Mason Plumlee: Modest production Saturday
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Plumlee totaled six points (1-4 FG, 4-5 FT), four rebounds, one assist and two blocks over 21 minutes during Saturday's 106-95 victory over the Knicks.
Plumlee logged 21 minutes off the bench in the win, ending with a modest fantasy line. Since joining the Clippers, his role has diminished, playing as the primary backup behind Ivica Zubac. While Plumlee can still chip in across the board in limited minutes, he is by no longer a viable 12-team asset moving forward. He can be utilized for streaming purposes on occasion, especially if Zubac misses time.
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Clippers' Mason Plumlee: Solid outing as starter
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Plumlee ended Friday's 128-127 loss to Sacramento with 13 points (5-7 FG, 3-5 FT), eight rebounds, three assists and one block in 26 minutes.
Plumlee started for the second game in a row and the fourth time in the Clippers' last five contests, and he continues to produce when given a chance. The former Hornets big man is averaging 9.4 points with 11.4 rebounds per game in that five-game span.
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Clippers' Mason Plumlee: Gets starting nod
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Plumlee is starting at center against the Kings on Friday.
The Clippers are without Ivica Zubac (calf) for the third time in four games. Plumlee has been playing really well lately and is coming off a 20-rebound performance against the Warriors on Thursday.
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Clippers' Mason Plumlee: Pulls down 20 boards in spot start
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Plumlee closed with 12 points (3-5 FG, 6-6 FT), 20 rebounds and two assists over 29 minutes during Thursday's 115-91 loss to the Warriors.
Plumlee started with Ivica Zubac (calf) sidelined and didn't disappoint, recording his second double-double over his last four outings while pulling down a season-high mark in rebounds. The veteran has shown he can produce when given minutes, but his role in the immediate future will be tied to Zubac's availability. Plumlee is averaging 8.0 points and 10.0 rebounds per game in six appearances with Los Angeles.
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Clippers' Mason Plumlee: Starting Thursday
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Plumlee will join the first unit for Thursday's meeting with the Warriors, Law Murray of The Athletic reports.
Plumlee will make his third start in the last four games with Ivica Zubac (calf) sidelined. In his previous two starts, Plumlee averaged 8.5 points, 10.0 rebounds and 2.0 assists across 26.0 minutes.
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Clippers' Mason Plumlee: Back to bench
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Plumlee will return to the bench Tuesday against Minnesota, Tomer Azarly of ClutchPoints.com reports.
No surprises here with Ivica Zubac (calf) returning from a two-game absence. As a reserve with the Clippers, Plumlee is likely looking at minutes in the high teens.
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Clippers' Mason Plumlee: Double-doubles in start
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Plumlee logged 10 points (4-4 FG, 2-3 FT), 10 rebounds, four assists and one steal in 25 minutes during Friday's 176-175 double-overtime loss to the Kings.
Plumlee drew the start for Ivica Zubac, who is day-to-day with a calf injury. While it wasn't a surprise to see Plumlee put up a solid fantasy line like we were used to seeing in Charlotte, he'll be kicking himself for giving up a couple costly turnovers in double overtime. If Zubac is able to return Sunday against Denver, Plumlee will likely see his minutes go back to the teens.
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Clippers' Mason Plumlee: Enters starting lineup
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Plumlee will start Friday against the Kings, according to Law Murray of The Athletic.
Ivica Zubac (strained right calf) will not play Friday and is considered day-to-day. Plumlee's fantasy managers were spoiled by his days as a starting center for Charlotte and are surely looking forward to this opportunity.
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Clippers' Mason Plumlee: Productive despite bench role
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Plumlee provided six points (2-2 FG, 2-2 FT), six rebounds, three assists, one block and one steal across 18 minutes during Thursday's 116-107 win over the Suns.
Plumlee was productive again Thursday despite his reduction in role, filling the stat sheet in just 18 minutes. The move to Los Angeles has essentially brought to an end his 12-team value, a sad narrative for anyone who managed to snap him up earlier in the season. With that said, it does appear as though he will have a consistent role for his new team, soaking up all of the backup center minutes. While managers in standard formats can safely move on, he could still have some deep-league appeal thanks to his ability to contribute across multiple categories.
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Clippers' Mason Plumlee: Set to debut Tuesday
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Plumleee is expected to make his Clippers debut Tuesday against the Warriors, Tomer Azarly of ClutchPoints.com reports.
Plumlee was dealt from the Hornets to the Clippers on Thursday in exchange for Reggie Jackson and a 2028 second-round pick, and he's ready to get back to business after settling in. The Duke product averaged 15.4 points, 9.0 rebounds and 3.8 assists in his last 10 contests as a Hornet and could look to push Ivica Zubac for the starting center job going forward.
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Clippers' Mason Plumlee: Unavailable Friday
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Plumlee will not make his Clippers debut Friday against the Bucks ,Andrew Greif of the Los Angeles Times reports.
As expected, the recently acquired Plumlee will not play Friday after being traded Thursday from Charlotte. He will have a few days to get settled in before the Clippers' next game Tuesday against Golden State.
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Clippers' Mason Plumlee: Sent to Clippers
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The Clippers acquired Plumlee from the Hornets on Thursday in exchange for Reggie Jackson and a 2028 second-round pick, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.
Plumlee is in the midst of a bounce-back season following a disappointing first year in Charlotte, averaging 12.2 points, 9.7 rebounds and 3.7 assists in 28.5 minutes per game over 56 appearances to begin the 2022-23 campaign. While Ivica Zubac has also shown some glimpses of production recently, Plumlee arrives as legitimate competition for the starting job. At this stage, it's unclear which way coach Tyronn Lue will lean, though it's possible both players could be in the mix to start against certain matchups. Regardless, since Plumlee no longer has a clear path to 30-plus-minute role he had handled for Charlotte in each of the past five games, his fantasy value takes a hit with the move to L.A.
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Hornets' Mason Plumlee: Another double-double
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Plumlee racked up 16 points (7-7 FG, 2-2 FT), 11 rebounds, five assists and one steal over 31 minutes during Thursday's 114-98 loss to Chicago.
Plumlee is having the best season of his career, but he's been on a whole new level since the start of January, with 10 double-doubles in 16 games during that stretch. The veteran big man has now scored in double figures in nine straight games and notched 22 double-doubles on the campaign. What happens at the trade deadline will determine his value for the final weeks of the regular season (and the fantasy playoffs), but as long as he's donning a Hornets jersey, Plumlee figures to continue producing at a high level.
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Hornets' Mason Plumlee: Improbable run continues
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Plumlee chipped in 14 points (7-12 FG, 0-2 FT), 14 rebounds, five assists and one block over 31 minutes during Tuesday's 124-115 loss to the Bucks.
Plumlee cobbled together another strong performance despite the loss, racking up his 21st double-double of the season. He has been a top-75 player over the past month, proving to be arguably the waiver wire pickup of the year so far. Of course, the free throws remain an issue but anyone rostering him should be fully prepared for that. What happens beyond the trade deadline is a bit of a mystery, but until then, managers should continue to roll him out there with confidence.
Plumlee racked up 21 points (9-9 FG, 3-4 FT), 12 rebounds and four assists in 30 minutes during Thursday's 111-96 win over Chicago.
Plumlee was perfect from the field and missed his only shot of the day at the free-throw line on four attempts. He's now secured seven double-doubles through 13 January appearances. He continues to be most valuable for fantasy managers in the scoring and rebounding categories. However, he's also shown that he can also make an impact as a passer, notching at least four assists in each of the last three games.
