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28. März 2026
Available versus Atlanta
Clifford (foot) is available to play in Saturday's game against Atlanta.
Analyse
Clifford was anticipated to miss a week. However, the left mid-foot sprain caused him to miss only two games. The 2025 No. 24 overall pick will presumably reclaim his spot in the starting lineup. With Killian Hayes (finger) also available, Malik Monk, Daeqwon Plowden and Devin Carter might see less work.
27. März 2026
Questionable to face Atlanta
Clifford (foot) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Hawks.
Analyse
It was reported Monday that Clifford was expected to miss at least one week due to a left mid-foot sprain, though there's a chance he will return Saturday. If the rookie first-rounder is cleared to play, there would be fewer minutes available for guys like Daeqwon Plowden, Devin Carter and Malik Monk.
24. März 2026
To miss at least one week
Clifford has been diagnosed with a left mid-foot sprain and will be re-evaluated in one week, Sean Cunningham of Fox 40 Sacramento reports.
Analyse
Clifford sustained the injury in the fourth quarter of Sunday's win over the Nets, and he'll be sidelined until early April at the earliest. With the Kings holding a record of 19-53, it wouldn't be surprising if the club exercised caution with the rookie first-rounder going forward. Devin Carter, Daeqwon Plowden (foot) and Malik Monk are candidates to see expanded roles for as long as Clifford is sidelined.
23. März 2026
Won't play Tuesday
Clifford (foot) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Hornets.
Analyse
Clifford departed Sunday's contest early with what has been labeled left foot soreness and will remain out for Tuesday's game. The rookie has started each of his past 11 appearances and has been logging heavy minutes, so look for guys like Malik Monk, Devin Carter and Daeqwon Plowden (foot) to see increased action Tuesday. Clifford's next chance to play will come Thursday against the Magic.
23. März 2026
Won't return Sunday
Clifford (ankle) won't return to Sunday's game versus the Nets. He'll finish with seven points (2-4 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 1-2 FT), four rebounds, four assists and one steal across 27 minutes.
Analyse
With Clifford and Killian Hayes (toe) exiting Sunday's contest early, the Kings will have only eight available players to finish the game. Expect more minutes for Malik Monk, Doug McDermott and Devin Carter while Clifford is out.
23. März 2026
Exits to locker room
Clifford exited to the locker room after sustaining an apparent left ankle injury in the fourth quarter of Sunday's game against the Nets, Frankie Cartoscelli of KHTK Sactown Sports 1140 reports.
Analyse
Clifford seemingly turned his left ankle before grabbing at it and limping to the locker room. If he's unable to return for the already shorthanded Kings, Malik Monk and Doug McDermott will likely help pick up the slack the rest of the way.
22. März 2026
Good to go Sunday
Clifford (hamstring) is available for Sunday's game against the Nets.
Analyse
Clifford will return from a one-game absence due to left hamstring soreness. In his 10 appearances leading up to the absence, Clifford averaged 13.0 points, 5.9 rebounds, 4.4 assists and 1.5 steals across 34.9 minutes.