Nique Clifford Injury Status Update for March 19th, 2026
Nique Clifford of the Kings has been ruled out and will not play today. Nique was previously listed as Questionable before being officially ruled out.
This will be the 6th game Nique has missed this season.
Nique Clifford Season Averages
Nique's absence leaves a significant hole in the Kings rotation. Across 61 games this season, he's averaging 7.3 points, 3.5 rebounds, and 1.9 assists per game while playing 22.9 minutes per night.
| MPG | PPG | RPG | APG | FGA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22.9 | 7.3 | 3.5 | 1.9 | 7.0 |
Kings Performance With & Without Nique Clifford
The numbers tell a clear story about Nique's value to the Kings. With Nique in the lineup this season, the team is 14-47. Without him, they've gone 1-3. The Kings's net rating is 4.7 points better per 100 possessions when Nique plays, which is a substantial gap. Interestingly, the offense has actually been slightly more efficient without him (107.8 vs 109.9), though that can be a small-sample anomaly.
| With | Without | Diff | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Record | 14-47 | 1-3 | — |
| Off Rating | 109.9 | 107.8 | -2.1 |
| Def Rating | 120.4 | 113.7 | -6.8 |
| Net Rating | -10.5 | -5.8 | +4.7 |
| PPG | 110.7 | 109.8 | -0.9 |
Which Teammates Benefit Without Nique Clifford?
When Nique sits, other Kings players see increased opportunities. Based on this season's data, Zach LaVine stand to benefit the most from his absence.
When Nique has been out this season, Zach LaVine has averaged 10.9 more points per game, 5.0 additional field goal attempts and 6.4 extra minutes.
PPG: +10.9 | FGA: +5.0 | MPG: +6.4
Full Injury Report — Nique Clifford's Game
Here's the complete injury report for tonight's game. Both teams have key players dealing with various ailments heading into this one:
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We'll continue to monitor Nique's status and provide updates as they become available. Check back for the latest injury news and lineup updates for the Kings.