As tempting as it is to use this space for further ranting about Kawhi Leonard and his “no-show” deal with Aspiration, let’s focus instead on the depth the front office built this offseason.
When healthy, the Los Angeles Clippers have one of the best starting lineups in the league. And with the additions of Bradley Beal, John Collins, Brook Lopez and Chris Paul to holdovers like Bogdan Bogdanović, Nicolas Batum, Kris Dunn and Derrick Jones Jr., they have the ability to shapeshift that first five to take on all kinds of different teams.
And regardless of who’s on the floor for the opening tip, there should always be three or four high-end bench players ready to dominate opposing second units. The rotation being as old as it is should mean lots of minutes for backups too.
And by the end of the season, L.A. will lead the league in total points scored by reserves.