Waking up, Clippers fans were greeted with a wave of good news! Three players were nominated for Player of the Week, the team's power ranking rose to ninth, assistant coach Jeff Van Gundy celebrated his birthday, the team's defensive efficiency ranked among the league's top, and their competitors suffered defeats. The Clippers' upward momentum is hard to ignore. Behind the four-game winning streak lies the team's gradual return to form, as the Western Conference landscape quietly shifts. For the Clippers, this is not just about victories but also an important step towards the playoffs. Over the past week, the Clippers have put on a dream-like performance—four consecutive wins, each showcasing different game strategies and team strength. They defeated Eastern Conference powerhouse Brooklyn Nets and local rivals Los Angeles Lakers, including a record-breaking 59-point victory that set a new team record. The team's overall state has warmed up, catching everyone's attention. First was the game against the Nets, where the Clippers swept their opponents 142-83, creating the largest point difference in team history. Harden's performance in the game was nothing short of perfect, not only climbing to 14th in NBA scoring history but also announcing his return to form with an all-around display. Powell played the role of a stable scorer for the Clippers, repeatedly piercing the Nets' defense with accurate three-pointers. Zubac's dominance in the paint cannot be overlooked either, as his rebounds and blocks made the Clippers' defense even stronger. Following that, the Clippers went on to defeat the Heat, Trail Blazers, and Lakers. The game against the Lakers…

In the last game, the Clippers defeated the Trail Blazers 118-89, and according to American media statistics, this is the eighth time this season that the Clippers have won by more than 20 points. Among them, since entering 2025, the Clippers have won three games by more than 25 points. We can only say that the Clippers made a great deal, as they did not retain George during the offseason last year, which laid the foundation for the Clippers to introduce defensive strongmen. The addition of Jones and Dunn greatly increased the defensive capabilities of the Clippers' backcourt and flanks. With Van Gundy becoming an assistant coach, Tyronn Lue operates with Harden as the core. Judging from the current situation, Harden has proven his talent. Because his teammates around him have benefited, Zubac's data broke his career-high, and Powell's scoring also set a career-high record. In January, Powell scored over 20 points in five games, including one game where he scored 30 points. Famous journalist Tim Bontemps believes that under the circumstances of George leaving and Leonard unable to play in the first half of the season, Harden is the reason why the Clippers can rank fifth in the West, and Powell's outburst also comes from Harden. Tim Bontemps bluntly stated that Harden helped Powell attract defense, and these two complement each other's strengths and cover up their weaknesses. Powell needs someone to help him attract defense because he was originally afraid of being targeted. Harden is the perfect bait; he has been double-teamed his entire life. With Harden present,…