The Clippers lost, narrowly defeated by the Timberwolves with a score of 106-108 on the road, missing out on their chance for two consecutive victories! In this game, the Clippers had a lead of up to 19 points, but were ultimately reversed by the Timberwolves. Kawhi Leonard on his poor performance: "I played badly, I didn't perform well." "I need more time, I'm adapting to the game." "I'm not worried about this, I will get better." "Harden is already very good, he shouldn't be questioned." "I need to take on more pressure, and I will do it." Tyronn Lue on Leonard: "As long as Kawhi can stay healthy and play, it has great significance for us." "He still needs some time, we are all very patient to wait, he can get better." "When Kawhi can perform like last season, that will be the time for our resurgence." Leonard only made 3 out of 11 shots in this game, which was indeed a very poor performance! However, Leonard has just returned from injury, so it is understandable that his form fluctuates! As long as Leonard can maintain his health, he will definitely get better! Harden on being called for an offensive foul: "I don't understand, it was an obvious flop, and he hit me with his hand." "If you're not going to call a defensive foul, why would you call an offensive foul?" "We only lost by 2 points in the end, I don't want to make excuses for the loss, losing is losing." "But, the refereeing in the game really…

The Clippers embarked on a two-game road trip with Leonard continuing to play. Ultimately, the Clippers lost 106-108 to the Timberwolves on the road, ending the latter's three-game losing streak. Today, facing the Timberwolves, Clippers fans might say, "What kind of game was that?" They were once up by 19 points but were reversed by the Timberwolves. Edwards is really good; he hit two consecutive three-pointers in the final moments, completely dominating the court, which is quite impressive. In the end, Hua Zi's performance against the Clippers somewhat resembled his previous game against the Rockets. The Timberwolves were down by 16 points in the fourth quarter, and Hua Zi fought back point by point. Then Edwards faced the Rockets' tight defense and made the game-winning three-pointer. It was the same today against the Clippers; everyone knew Hua Zi would shoot, but you just couldn't defend him. In the final two possessions, Powell broke through for a 2+1 to help the Clippers take the lead. However, Edwards immediately responded with a three-pointer, and then the Clippers missed their shot. Tyronn Lue had Harden double-team Hua Zi, but Hua Zi still made the three-pointer despite facing two defenders, effectively ending the game for the Clippers. Honestly, the Clippers didn't lose unfairly; Edwards was truly remarkable. However, being reversed from such a significant lead also indicates the Clippers' offensive instability. Moreover, Tyronn Lue's arrangements were problematic; the starting lineup remained unchanged at the beginning, with Harden and Dunn as the backcourt partners, Powell assigned to the three-spot to increase firepower, and Leonard, who…

Thunder's Big Win Over Celtics! Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Scores 33+11, Doc Rivers' Prediction Comes True, Clippers Shouldn't Have Traded 9 for 1 The Thunder and the Celtics had a fierce battle, with the Thunder ultimately achieving a great comeback victory, winning 105-92. In their next game, the Thunder will face the Cavaliers, who are currently first in the East, which could be a preview of the finals. The Thunder, currently first in the West, have won 15 consecutive games and are leading by a wide margin. The Cavaliers have also won 10 straight games and are far ahead in the East. The Thunder have a record of 30 wins and 5 losses, while the Cavaliers have 31 wins and 4 losses. If the Thunder win their next game, they will have the same record as the Cavaliers. If they lose, the Cavaliers will solidify their position as the top team in the league. This 15-game winning streak is also the longest in Thunder history, surpassing the record from the SuperSonics era. In this game, the Celtics once held an advantage because they had their strongest lineup. The Celtics lined up a formidable starting five of Holiday, White, Jaylen Brown, Tatum, and Porzingis, with Horford on the bench. The Thunder, on the other hand, stuck to their regular starting lineup, with Alexander and Wallace in the backcourt, Dort on the wing, and Giddey and Hartenstein in the frontcourt. The Celtics, who play with a "Moreyball" system, were indeed unstoppable when their shooting was hot. In the first quarter, the Celtics went on…

The Clippers achieved a thrilling victory over the Pelicans with a score of 116-113, successfully securing their third consecutive win! This game was filled with drama from the start, as the Clippers once trailed by 14 points and seemed on the verge of being outpaced by the Pelicans. However, the Clippers staged an impressive comeback in the second half, culminating in an exciting victory. Notably, Harden's key performance in the third quarter, along with the strong showings by Powell and Zubac, ultimately helped the Clippers complete a risky comeback and secure the win. Let's talk about the game process. The Clippers seemed a bit off at the beginning, allowing the Pelicans to open up a lead. At the craziest moment, the Clippers were down by 14 points. Under such circumstances, who would have thought the Clippers could still turn things around? Harden is a tough player indeed! In the third quarter, he was on fire, nailing three-pointers one after another, scoring an explosive 13 points in a single quarter, leading the Clippers to gradually catch up with the Pelicans. Can Harden play any stronger? At the critical moment, he stepped up, and everyone knows that with Harden, the Clippers are just different! This game was a testament to Harden's value! A netizen commented that if Harden can maintain this form, the Clippers really have a chance to challenge for the top four in the West! As the game entered the final quarter, Powell and Zubac of the Clippers played pivotal roles. Powell continuously scored with aggressive offense, while Zubac displayed…

Leonard returned to play against the Hawks at home, and the Clippers' morale is high. Because the Hawks are not a weak team, but an Eastern powerhouse. They have already double-killed the league's first Cavaliers this season, and even the Celtics were defeated by the Hawks. But the Clippers relied on Harden's organization and Leonard's ability to attack on the front line, and they literally broke the Hawks apart. You can really say that Leonard's return is like parachuting in a superstar on the basis of the playoffs, and Leonard and the Clippers are separated. Now the Clippers already have the ability to compete for the championship, and Cardi's body is indeed fine, at least there is no problem now. Today, Leonard has traveled with the team to the away game, and the Clippers will face strong teams like the Timberwolves and Nuggets next. Clippers reporter Tomer Azarly reported on social media today that Leonard was not included in the latest Clippers injury report. Except for Kai Jones, the entire Clippers squad can play in the next game against the Timberwolves. Leonard still has time restrictions, and should gradually return to a normal state as his condition improves later. And this time Leonard came back with a feeling of indifference to everything. He no longer cares about injuries, nor does he have a specific schedule, just taking it step by step. Because you can't predict the future, it's obvious that when reporters asked Leonard today what kind of maintenance and recovery he would do for his knees in the future?…

The Clippers finally welcomed the return of Leonard at home, ultimately defeating their opponents 131-105 with ease. Harden has returned to being an assistant rather than carrying the team. He delivered 15 assists throughout the game, including 13 in the first half, setting a new league record for the season. It must be said that Harden's focus on passing is truly remarkable. Initially, it was thought that Harden would score less than 10 points, but he still managed to score in double digits. With Leonard's return, Harden also seems more relaxed, allowing him to enjoy the game. Of course, Powell is the most comfortable player for the Clippers. In the previous game without Harden's help to attract defensive attention, Powell had an abysmal shooting rate of 1 out of 11 against the Thunder. This experience made Powell feel depressed as he felt the pressure Harden faces. In this game, with Leonard's return and Harden drawing defenders, these two leaders completely absorbed the Hawks' defense, allowing Powell to once again become a high-scoring player. Moreover, Harden has a clear advantage over Trae Young, as today marks the ninth time Harden has faced off against Trae Young in his career, maintaining an undefeated record of 9 wins and 0 losses. Trae Young, a rookie from 2018, has not played against Harden often due to the divisional differences and some injuries. However, analyzing their past encounters, it is evident that Harden has indeed declined somewhat. Particularly, his physical condition no longer allows him to consistently perform at a high level. In their past…

The recent performance and ranking changes of the Clippers have been quite interesting. Although they are currently ranked seventh in the West, it seems that with the various issues facing the Mavericks, the Clippers could return to the top six in just a few days. The Clippers' current situation is actually quite delicate. Their record of 19 wins and 15 losses may not look particularly impressive, but maintaining such a win rate without Leonard has been quite commendable, considering the fierce competition in the league right now. The team's defense has consistently maintained a high standard, even without Leonard, the defensive core on the court. They still managed to rank in the top five in the league, which is quite intimidating. The combination of Harden and Westbrook can sometimes experience power outages on the offensive end, but overall, they are able to maintain the team's offensive firepower. Especially in critical moments, the experience of these two veterans always helps the team overcome difficulties. During this period, the Clippers' bench lineup has also shown considerable strength, especially young players like Mann. With more playing time, they have demonstrated significant potential and immediate combat effectiveness. Coach Tyronn Lue's rotation arrangements have been quite interesting. Without Leonard, he has managed to coach the team into a decent playing style, which is quite admirable. Now that Leonard is returning, the team's strength will definitely see a qualitative improvement. However, how to integrate him into the existing system is indeed something that needs careful consideration. The team's chemistry has been established quite well during this…

Today might be the happiest day for Ballmer since the opening of the Clippers' new arena, after a full 253 days, Leonard finally put on his jersey to make his season debut. Do you know how much he spent building the arena? 2billion.Butthisarenacanbeusedfordecades,generatingincomeeveryday.HowmuchdidhespendonLeonard?Nearly2 billion. But this arena can be used for decades, generating income every day. How much did he spend on Leonard? Nearly 2billion.Butthisarenacanbeusedfordecades,generatingincomeeveryday.HowmuchdidhespendonLeonard?Nearly300 million. But Leonard hasn't played many games for the Clippers. If he were to use Leonard to form a starting lineup, it would be enough to build another new arena... Criticizing Leonard for being injury-prone and joking about him not playing has become a trend. However, for the Clippers, Leonard remains the most important cornerstone. You can rely on Harden to present a system for this Clippers team, but if you want to take it further, you must have Leonard's support. Today, at home against the Hawks, Leonard returned! A grand celebration for the Clippers has begun. Seeing Leonard return, no one is happier than Harden. Harden specially posted a photo to welcome the big boss back: "Finally, I don't have to work hard alone anymore!" Stepping onto the court amidst thunderous applause, Leonard immediately showed an extremely high level of competitive state. Receiving Harden's pass, his first three-pointer was a successful dry pull-up shot. This fiery touch quickly conquered all the fans in the stadium. All hatred dissipated, and the familiar feeling returned. I guess Harden really felt a bit stifled during this period. As soon as Leonard came back, the offense completely shed…

NBA regular season continues, the Clippers hosted the Hawks game has ended, one of the biggest highlights of this game is Leonard's return. Before this game, the Clippers had just finished a three-game road trip, while the Hawks were on a continuous away trip; the two teams' records were not much different, both in the playoff position of the division standings; the game was once a stalemate, but the Clippers expanded their lead in the second quarter and eventually won the game at home. 20+18+15! The Clippers won big by 26 points with three key players, Leonard returned, and the landscape changed. The first quarter began with Leonard's performance becoming the biggest highlight; he scored his first point of the season with a three-pointer; in the first quarter, the Clippers started with a run to expand their advantage to 15 points, but at the end of the quarter, the Hawks responded with a 14:0 run to reduce the gap to 1 point. In the second quarter, the Clippers exploded again during the lineup rotation phase, with Powell and Coffey hitting consecutive threes, and another offensive run of 13:2. Leonard also continued with the three-pointers, and the whole team's multi-flower attack scored 45 points in the second quarter, winning 19 points in a single quarter, completely changing the situation of the game. In the second half, although the Clippers' offensive feel declined somewhat, they still restricted the Hawks' offense with excellent defense and maintained their advantage. In the final quarter, they steadily maintained their advantage, and the game became suspenseless; finally,…

Leonard, as the ace player of the Clippers, has indeed disappointed fans in recent years. We can see Leonard unable to provide continuous support for the Clippers due to his injury problems at critical moments in each season. Especially last season, it was the year with the most hope for the Clippers' Big Three. However, during the playoffs against the Mavericks, Leonard once again withdrew from the team due to his own injuries. It was only recently that Leonard made a comeback. In the game where the Clippers defeated the Hawks 131-105, Leonard also played for 19 minutes. However, Leonard's performance was indeed poor, shooting only 4 out of 11 in the game. He scored 12 points, and his overall performance was quite mediocre. What is even more worrying for fans is that Leonard withdrew early again. Although the specific reason is unknown, fans understand that Leonard has a fragile physique. There will definitely be a series of problems in the next game. Therefore, Tyronn Lue, the head coach of the Clippers, can't stand it anymore. In an interview, Coach Lue also spoke the truth. He said: "Neither I nor the team doctor are sure how much playing time Leonard should have. His playing time will be limited. If we see the game getting very intense, we will let Leonard rest." This statement really left fans speechless. As a top-paid player of the Clippers, he is asked to rest during intense moments. This is completely unacceptable to other players. It seems that the Clippers can only rely on Harden this…