Clippers Boost Basketball Access Across LA

The NBA team partners with local communities to make the sport more inclusive.

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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The Los Angeles Clippers have made a concerted effort since 2022 to increase access to basketball courts and equipment across the city. By partnering with local communities and organizations, the team has helped refurbish public courts, provide free basketball gear, and host clinics to get more Angelenos, especially youth, engaged with the sport.

Why it matters

Basketball is a beloved pastime in Los Angeles, but access to quality courts and coaching can be limited, especially in underserved neighborhoods. The Clippers' initiative aims to break down these barriers and make the sport more inclusive and accessible to all Angelenos.

The details

The Clippers have worked with the city's Department of Recreation and Parks to identify courts in need of upgrades, then fund the refurbishments. They've also donated thousands of basketballs, hoops, and other gear to community centers and schools. Additionally, the team hosts regular free basketball clinics led by Clippers players and coaches to teach fundamentals and get locals playing.

  • The Clippers' community basketball initiative began in 2022.
  • The team has continued its court refurbishments and gear donations across Los Angeles over the past 4 years.

The players

Los Angeles Clippers

An NBA basketball team based in Los Angeles, California.

Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks

The city agency responsible for maintaining public parks and recreational facilities in Los Angeles.

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What they’re saying

“If you've shot hoops at a public basketball court anywhere in the city of Los Angeles since 2022, the odds are good that the Clippers had a hand in making that court more playable.”

— Daily Breeze (wn.com)

What’s next

The Clippers plan to continue their community basketball initiative, with more court refurbishments, gear donations, and free clinics scheduled across Los Angeles in the coming years.

The takeaway

The Clippers' efforts to improve basketball access and engagement across Los Angeles demonstrate how professional sports teams can partner with local governments and communities to make a positive impact and grow the game at the grassroots level.