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Why did the Clippers leave San Diego?
Leaving San Diego for LA Sterling lobbied the NBA to relocate the team to his native Los Angeles. In 1984, the Clippers moved north to Los Angeles, playing at the Los Angeles Memorial Sports Arena. … The Clippers finished their first season in Los Angeles 31–51 under head coach Jim Lynam.
When did the Clippers move to LA?
1984
When did the Lakers move to LA?
1960
How long were the Clippers in San Diego?
The Clippers were founded in 1970 as the Buffalo Braves. They were one of three franchises that joined the NBA as an expansion team in the 1970–71 season. The Braves moved to San Diego, California after the 1977–78 season, and became known as the San Diego Clippers.
When did Clippers leave San Diego?
Los Angeles Clippers
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When did the Clippers leave San Diego?
Los Angeles Clippers
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What is a Clipper as in LA Clippers?
Out of all the submissions, the name Clippers was chosen which was a reference to San Diego being home to numerous large sailing ships in the 19th century that were at the time called ‘clippers’. The team moved to Los Angeles in 1984 but retained the Clippers name.
Why did the Lakers move to LA?
Move to LA After considering moves to Chicago and San Francisco, he decided to move the franchise to Los Angeles prior to the 1961 season, making the Lakers the NBA’s first West Coast team. The Lakers did not change their name after this second move, despite the general scarcity of natural lakes in southern California.
What were the Clippers called before?
The Clippers were founded in 1970 as the Buffalo Braves and played in the Atlantic Division. They moved to San Diego in 1978–79 and were renamed the Clippers and joined the Lakers in the Pacific Division.
What is the Los Angeles Clippers mascot?
Chuck
When did the Lakers move from the Forum?
1967
When did Lakers move to LA?
1960
When did the Clippers start?
1970
Why did Clippers leave San Diego?
Leaving San Diego for LA Sterling lobbied the NBA to relocate the team to his native Los Angeles. In 1984, the Clippers moved north to Los Angeles, playing at the Los Angeles Memorial Sports Arena. … The Clippers finished their first season in Los Angeles 31–51 under head coach Jim Lynam.
Where did the Clippers originate from?
Los Angeles Clippers
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