The new NBA season isn’t two weeks old, and the Clippers already have vexing problems. And that doesn’t include their turnovers. There are defensive breakdowns in the second half of games, and offensive lapses and spacing issues throughout. The Clippers have nine new faces, one familiar face still missing in action, and fatigue is becoming a problem. And yeah, there’s those 17 … [Read more...] about There are issues aplenty in Clippers’ rough six-game start
Basketball
Lakers’ transition, pick-and-roll defense remain focus as road trip continues
TORONTO — Coming off their 131-125 win over the Toronto Raptors on Friday, the Lakers brought a defensive focus to Sunday’s practice at Scotiabank Arena before heading to Detroit for a matchup against the Pistons on Monday. “Our pick-and-roll defense has had some slippage,” coach JJ Redick said. “We talked with the group, we showed a couple of clips from the Toronto game. It’s … [Read more...] about Lakers’ transition, pick-and-roll defense remain focus as road trip continues
Clippers fade in second half against Thunder to remain winless at Intuit Dome
The Clippers struggle in the second half and drop their third consecutive game in a 105-92 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder, falling 0-4 at the Intuit Dome. … [Read more...] about Clippers fade in second half against Thunder to remain winless at Intuit Dome
Clippers fall to Thunder, now 0-4 at Intuit Dome
INGLEWOOD — The Clippers locker room had all but cleared out, the players having scurried after losing their fourth consecutive game at their new home. James Harden was nowhere to be seen. Neither was Derrick Jones Jr. Ivica Zubac dressed quickly and headed out an alternate door, while Kai Jones dipped out after buttoning his jacket. That left Norman Powell and Terance Mann to … [Read more...] about Clippers fall to Thunder, now 0-4 at Intuit Dome
Proposed Lakers Trade with Bucks for Lopez, Porter, & Wright
I wouldn't give up a pick for a 36 year old center but I would try to see if the Bucks would bite on this three player trade that could help both teams. Bucks get 2 Lakers starters to help while Lakers get starting stretch center to pair with AD, plus excellent backup big and pg. https://t.co/DPp43nDh8R pic.twitter.com/3nAFZ7qNom — LakerTom (@LakerTom) November 2, 2024 … [Read more...] about Proposed Lakers Trade with Bucks for Lopez, Porter, & Wright