Tyronn Lue remains one of the best tacticians in the NBA and once again, the Los Angeles Clippers coach's biggest challenge will be to manage Kawhi Leonard’s minutes and possibly those of 35-year-old James Harden. The Clippers need both players to remain healthy and fresh for a possible playoff run.
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The not-so-good: Coach Tyronn Lue remains one of the best tacticians in the league. Once again, his biggest challenge will be to manage Kawhi Leonard’s minutes and possibly those of 35-year-old James Harden so they remain healthy and fresh for the playoffs. Leonard hasn’t been able to play consistently in the playoffs since he arrived in 2019. Concerns about his surgically repaired right knee kept him out of the Paris Olympics and he continues to deal with ongoing inflammation in the knee.
Harden willingly gave up the ball to Leonard and George last season, when his scoring average dipped to 16.6 points. The question is whether he reverts to his old high-scoring ways. He’ll be backed up by Kris Dunn, who can start when needed. Jones Jr. was a starter for the Dallas Mavericks, who lost to Boston in the NBA Finals. His defense plus outside shooting will be helpful. Kevin Porter Jr.
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