Los Angeles Clippers Season Preview

The Clippers made some bold moves at the last moment of the NBA off-season, acquiring both Kawhi Leonard and Paul George. What else should you expect from the Clippers this season?

• George and Leonard Are Good in More Ways Than One: Both Kawhi and PG-13 are more than just guys who can score points. They’re both excellent two-way defenders. In fact, the Clippers pride themselves on this aspect, with players like Patrick Beverley in tow. This brand of grit and toughness is what the Clippers hope will be embedded with their identity going forward.
• A Deep Bench: Montrezl Harrell is a big body who can handle the pick-and-roll and transition well and Lou Williams has carved out a role as one of the best scorers off the bench in the league (he scored 50 points in a game). There’s a good reason why the Clippers are a heavy favorite to win the NBA title this season. This deep bench is one of the big catalysts.
• The Battle For Hollywood: The Clippers and Lakers have already developed a heated rivalry. From Ice Cube wanting the Clippers to “relocate” to the dream of having an all-LA Western Conference Final, Tinseltown basketball fans are already salivating at the possibilities. Considering how the NBA doesn’t place an emphasis on rivalries (sans the Celtics and Lakers), this is a refreshing sight. Also, this.