LA Clippers Center Of The Future Is Yanic Konan Niederhauser
Cyro Asseo breaks down why the Los Angeles Clippers felt comfortable trading Ivica Zubac to the Pacers—and how rookie center Yanic Konan Niederhauser is validating that decision in real time.
Following the Clippers’ 115–96 win over the Timberwolves on February 8, 2026, Niederhauser delivered another ultra-efficient performance that highlighted why the front office views him as the long-term answer at center.
This video covers:
Niederhauser’s perfect shooting night (15 points on 5-of-5 FG, 5-of-5 FT)
His ongoing five-game streak without a missed field goal
Why his rim-running and switchability fit Tyronn Lue’s defensive vision
How his development differs from Ivica Zubac’s traditional center profile
The new Clippers frontcourt hierarchy with Brook Lopez and John Collins
Why the Zubac trade was ultimately a bet on Niederhauser’s ceiling
With elite touch, a 7’3” wingspan, and growing pick-and-roll IQ, Niederhauser is quickly shifting from “developmental upside” to “rotation staple.”
Drop your thoughts in the comments: did the Clippers already find their center of the future?
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7 Comments
I like him he bangs and sneaky athletic
Time will tell but it’s not hard to see the potential of this young center. I’m excited
Isiah Jackson probly getting more minutes cause more experienced in pick and roll with garland but yanic can have some
Teams play defensive they’re win that how the game
I saw enough during the moments Zu was injured earlier in the season. His lateral quickness does so much for the Clippers defense. I remember Zu coming back against the Celtics and the clippers got back to leaving wide open 3s. Keeping him out of foul trouble will probably be the only concern because right now, he intends to block everything lol
Brook Lopez is playing good
I see the talent and potential but is he ready for playoffs jokic or giannis? Zubac as limited as he is has proven himself as the best jokic defender and jokic will be feasting against the clippers knowing zubac is gone!