Clippers' Paul Pierce: Listed as out Sunday

Pierce (ankle) is listed as out for Sunday's matchup with the Jazz, Dan Woike of the Daily Bulletin reports.

Analysis:

Pierce suffered a sprained ankle during the team's exhibition slate and was unable to take the court for Thursday's season opener. He'll miss a second consecutive game Sunday, with his next opportunity to make his debut on Monday versus the Suns. Pierce is expected to operate as a backup power forward this season, but Brandon Bass and Marresse Speights should get the majority of the work behind Blake Griffin during Pierce's absence.