Dive deeper into the turmoil of the Los Angeles Clippers in the new FX miniseries “Clipped.” The first two episodes explored the explosive clash between a dysfunctional organization, a troubled marriage at the helm, and the fallout from Donald Sterling’s racist remarks. Episode 3 of Clipped picks up the story as the Clippers grapple with the aftermath of the scandal. Will the team be able to overcome this crisis? Tune in to find out!
What happened in Clipped Episodes 1 & 2?
Episode 1
- Doc Rivers, the new Clippers coach, arrives and immediately faces dysfunction (forgotten pick-up, bad lunch).
- We learn about the Clippers’ history of losing under Donald Sterling’s ownership.
- Doc tries to manage Sterling’s behavior while building a winning team, signing J.J. Redick.
- Sterling’s racism and sexism are on display, including towards his players and his wife Shelly.
- V. Stiviano, Sterling’s young assistant, feels increasingly disrespected and used.
- There’s tension between Shelly and V., showcasing a dysfunctional marriage.
- The episode ends with foreshadowing of the TMZ recording and the Clippers entering the playoffs.
Episode 2
- Doc tries to ignore the upcoming TMZ scandal and focus on the team.
- We see the toll Sterling takes on Elgin Baylor, a former player and Clippers executive.
- There’s humor mixed with Doc’s frustration as he manages player quirks (Chris Paul’s OCD, J.J. Redick’s pre-game routine).
- V. feels exploited by Sterling and pushes back against his racist views (though the show hints at her own issues).
- Shelly confronts Sterling about V., leading to a temporary reconciliation.
- The episode ends with the Clippers on their way to a playoff game, oblivious to the impending TMZ bombshell.
What can you expect from Clipped Episode 3?
Here’s what you can expect from Episode 3 of Clipped, titled “Let the Games Begin”:
- The TMZ scandal explodes: The episode title suggests the focus will be on the immediate aftermath of the racist recording hitting TMZ.
- Clippers’ momentum disrupted: Expect to see the impact of the scandal on the team, potentially causing tension and distraction during the playoffs.
- Donald’s birthday overshadowed: With the TMZ scandal erupting, Donald’s 80th birthday celebration will likely be overshadowed by the negative press.
- V.’s reaction: V.’s response to the situation will be interesting. Her “curious sartorial choices” hint at a desire for attention or a way of reclaiming some power in the situation. It could be anything from flamboyant outfits to a deliberate lack of fashion sense.
- Possible consequences: We might see the initial public and media reaction to the recording, along with potential consequences for Donald and the Clippers organization.
Where can I stream Clipped Episode 3?
You can stream episode 3 of the FX miniseries Clipped exclusively on Hulu.
Release Date & Time:
The release date and time for episode 3 is as follows:
- Eastern Time (ET): Tuesday, June 11th at 3:00 AM
- Pacific Time (PT): Tuesday, June 11th at 12:00 AM (Previous Midnight)
- Greenwich Mean Time (GMT): Tuesday, June 11th at 7:00 AM
- British Summer Time (BST): Tuesday, June 11th at 8:00 AM
- Central European Time (CET): Tuesday, June 11th at 9:00 AM
- India Standard Time (IST): Tuesday, June 11th at 1:30 PM
- Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST): Tuesday, June 11th at 5:00 PM (Same Day Evening)
- Japan Standard Time (JST): Wednesday, June 12th at 12:00 AM (Next Day Midnight)
