Los Angeles Clippers
From Hoopedia
Contents |
[edit]
Franchise Name History
In 1978, the Buffalo Braves moved to San Diego.
Team officials thought the name "Braves" did not fit in with San Diego's image. A contest was held to name the team and the entry of San Diego Clippers was selected as the winner. The reason that Clippers was selected as the new team name was the fact that San Diego was known for the great sailing ships -- "clippers" -- that passed through the San Diego harbor many years ago. The Clippers moved to Los Angeles in 1984.
[edit]
Franchise History
The Clippers have a history dating back to the 1970-71 season. They originally started out as the Buffalo Braves before moving to San Diego and then later to their present day home in Los Angeles. Read More
[edit]
Franchise Personnel
Donald T. Sterling - Owner
Ralph Lawler - Boradcaster
[edit]
Franchise Arenas
| Arena | Years | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Buffalo Memorial Auditorium | 1970-1978 | as Buffalo Braves |
| Rochester War Memorial | 1970-1971 | as Buffalo Braves |
| Onondaga War Memorial | 1970-1971 | In Syracuse as Buffalo Braves |
| Maple Leaf Gardens | 1971-1974 | In Toronto as Buffalo Braves |
| San Diego Sports Arena | 1978-1984 | As San Diego Clippers |
| Los Angeles Memorial Sports Arena | 1984-1999 | |
| Arrowhead Pond of Anaheim | 1993-1999 | |
| STAPLES Center | 1999-present |
Elton Brand
[edit]
