Branden Dawson SF FA Sun 10/16/16 10:24 PM
Branden Dawson
SF FA
Dawson was waived by the Magic on Sunday, Jeff Goodman of ESPN reports.
EDGE Analysis
Dawson showed promise in Summer League this season, and could still have another chance to get picked up by a team looking to add depth to their frontcourt. The big man's fantasy value in this case would still be minimal unless he is able to climb a depth chart enough to get consistent playing time.
Branden Dawson SF FA Wed 9/7/16 4:55 PM
Branden Dawson
SF FA
Dawson signed a training camp contract with the Magic on Wednesday, Brian K. Schmitz of the Orlando Sentinel reports.
EDGE Analysis
Dawson, a second-round pick of the Clippers last year, is coming off an unremarkable rookie season in which he saw negligible court time in six appearances. The forward was waived by the Clippers shortly after summer league play concluded, despite playing fairly effectively with averages of 10.0 points (on 62.5% shooting) and 6.6 rebounds in 20.2 minutes per game. The Magic have at least two roster spots up for grabs heading into camp, so if Dawson's summer league performance carries over, he'll have a good shot at opening the campaign in the NBA.
Branden Dawson SF FA Sun 7/17/16 5:14 PM
Branden Dawson
SF FA
Dawson was waived by the Clippers on Sunday, Dan Woike of the Los Angeles Daily News reports.
EDGE Analysis
After being drafted with the 56th overall pick in the 2015 NBA Draft, Dawson saw action in a meager six games for the Clippers this past seeing, notching a total of just 29 minutes. He had a non-guaranteed contract for next season, so the Clippers aren't on the hook for his salary. Dawson was arrested on domestic abuse charges in March, but despite the case eventually being dropped, it likely didn't help his cause on sticking with the Clippers. At just 23 years old, Dawson could land with a team looking for a young forward to develop, but is highly unlikely to see minutes worthy of fantasy consideration.
Branden Dawson SF FA Thu 4/7/16 10:46 AM
Branden Dawson
SF FA
Dawson made his first appearance since Feb. 18 in Wednesday's 91-81 win over the Lakers, playing six minutes and contributing one rebound.
EDGE Analysis
After Dawson's domestic abuse charges were dropped earlier in the day, the Clippers immediately made room for the rookie forward in the rotation. It's worth noting that the Clippers were resting three regulars (Austin Rivers, Wesley Johnson, and Jamal Crawford) in the contest, and with all three expected to suit up Friday against the Jazz, coach Doc Rivers could make Dawson one of his inactives.
Branden Dawson SF FA Wed 4/6/16 1:26 PM
Branden Dawson
SF FA
Dawson will not face charges in his domestic abuse case, Ben Bolch of the LA Times reports.
EDGE Analysis
Insufficient evidence is reportedly the reason behind the decision, and Dawson now appears to be clear of any legal issues. Theoretically, the NBA or the Clippers could still levy some sort of punishment, but there hasn't been any indication at this point suggesting that will happen. Expect Dawson, who returned to practice with the team last week, to continue holding down the 15th man role into the postseason.
Branden Dawson SF FA Sat 4/2/16 1:51 PM
Branden Dawson
SF FA
Dawson was back at practice with the Clippers on Saturday, Dan Woike of the OC Register reports.
EDGE Analysis
Dawson has been away from the team since his arrest on felony domestic abuse charges last month. His legal situation remains clouded at this time, and it's unlikely the rookie out of Michigan State will make a tangible impact as the postseason approaches.
Branden Dawson SF FA Sun 3/13/16 3:37 PM
Branden Dawson
SF FA
Dawson has been arrested in Los Angeles on domestic abuse charges, Dan Woike of the OC Register reports.
EDGE Analysis
Full details regarding this situation have not been revealed, but Dawson was arrested in Los Angeles on Sunday morning. The Clippers have yet to comment on the matter, so there are very few details to go on. Expect an update on the situation when more information becomes available.
Branden Dawson SF FA Mon 2/22/16 3:38 PM
Branden Dawson
SF FA
Dawson was assigned to the Erie Bayhawks of the D-League on Monday, Rowan Cavner of Clippers.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
Dawson has seen time in only three games for the Clippers this season after being selected in the second round out of Michigan State.
Branden Dawson SF FA Tue 2/16/16 5:40 PM
Branden Dawson
SF FA
Dawson has only played in two games this season with the Clippers, totaling 12 minutes.
EDGE Analysis
Dawson has seen game action for the Clippers since Jan. 2. He has spent time with the D-League's Bakersfield Jam and Grand Rapids Drive this season. He isn't likely to see action with the Clippers this season as he is buried on the depth chart.
Branden Dawson SF FA Mon 2/1/16 12:19 PM
Branden Dawson
SF FA
Dawson was recalled from the D-League's Grand Rapids Drive on Sunday, Dan Woike of the Orange County Register reports.
EDGE Analysis
Dawson has appeared in only two games during his rookie season with the Clippers, averaging just 6.5 minutes in those contests. Even though Blake Griffin (hand) is still sidelined, Dawson doesn't have much of a chance at climbing the team's frontcourt depth chart into a meaningful spot in coach Doc Rivers' rotation.