Robert Gauthier/Los Angeles Times via Getty Images On paper, the Clippers once again appear to be a championship contender. Is this the year they finally make it to the NBA Finals, or even win it all? The LA Clippers appear to have one of the deepest teams in the entire NBA this season. Two stars? Check. Multiple point guard options? Of course. A bunch of rangy and … [Read more...] about How good can this Clippers roster be this season?
Kawhi Leonard has been cleared for full participation in Clippers training camp, but team will be ‘cautious’ with his health
Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images Kawhi Leonard hasn’t played in an NBA game since June of 2021. As the downright intolerable, now-former Minister of Magic Cornelius Fudge once said, “He’s back!” Well, almost. Fudge was talking about Lord Voldemort — yeah, I said it — who he had just laid his own two eyes on as the sinister wizard stood over a half-stunned … [Read more...] about Kawhi Leonard has been cleared for full participation in Clippers training camp, but team will be ‘cautious’ with his health
Nicolas Batum is set to reap benefits from EuroBasket absence
Nicolas Batum representing France at the Olympics in the midst of a crazy few years for the Clippers veteran. | Photo by Berengui/DeFodi Images via Getty Images After sitting out of this summer’s FIBA EuroBasket tournament for France, Nicolas Batum and the Clippers can reap the benefits of an extended rest. I write this player preview in an airport departure lounge just … [Read more...] about Nicolas Batum is set to reap benefits from EuroBasket absence
Terance Mann’s growth will be crucial for Clippers
Photo by David Berding/Getty Images The youngster will look to take off in his fourth NBA season. Imagine this: a 24-year-old exploding for 39 points to clinch a 51-year-old team’s first ticket to the Western Conference Finals. Even better, this team played without its best player and was down by as many as 25 points. Electric. Well, this is the story of the Los … [Read more...] about Terance Mann’s growth will be crucial for Clippers
John Wall can rediscover himself as Clippers’ Robin
John Wall faces up his now Clippers teammate and good friend Paul George | Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images The acquisition of John Wall comes with next to no risk for the Clippers, but the potential upside should have everybody excited. This summer could prove to be a huge one for the Los Angeles Clippers. In the eyes of their critics, at least, the biggest thing … [Read more...] about John Wall can rediscover himself as Clippers’ Robin