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Bennedict Mathurin news
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The gist
Bennedict Mathurin, a restricted free agent, remains unsigned in late August. The Clippers may re-sign him, but the Bulls and Pelicans are frontrunners.
Background
Mathurin, a young scoring wing, was traded to the Clippers from Indiana in the Ivica Zubac trade. He averaged 17.4 points and 5.5 rebounds per game in 26 games but shot poorly from three. As a restricted free agent, his market has been slow, with interest from the Bucks, Bulls, and Pelicans, but cap space constraints limit offer sheets.
How it unfolded
- Fri, 21 Aug 2026Reports indicate the Clippers' acquisition of Max Strus makes Mathurin's path to minutes tougher, and the Bulls are considered one step closer after the Peyton Watson trade.
- Sat, 22 Aug 2026NBC Sports lists Mathurin among three top remaining free agents, noting his scoring potential but poor 3-point shooting and turnover issues.
- Sun, 23 Aug 2026An article argues the Clippers should re-sign Mathurin, noting he seeks roughly $15 million per year and the team is trending toward re-signing him.
- Wed, 26 Aug 2026Two frontrunners emerge to sign Mathurin: the Clippers and the Pelicans, with potential sign-and-trade scenarios discussed.
Who’s saying what
- Analysts
- Mathurin is a bargain at $15 million per year for a young scoring wing entering his prime.
- Caution
- His poor 3-point shooting and turnover issues raise questions about his fit and value.
Still unverified
Reports of interest from Bucks, Bulls, and Pelicans are based on sources but not confirmed. The exact contract terms Mathurin seeks are unverified.