Serge Ibaka (back) to miss Clippers' opener on Thursday
Los Angeles Clippers forward/center Serge Ibaka won't play in Thursday's season opener against the Golden State Warriors, coach Tyronn Lue told reporters after Tuesday's practice.
Ibaka is recovering from back surgery he underwent in June and isn't ready to play in a game. He was cleared last week to participate in 5-on-5 drills during practices.
The 32-year-old Ibaka averaged 11.1 points, 6.7 rebounds and 1.1 blocked s