The have arguably assembled the most talented starting lineup in the NBA; at least in terms of their starting four. They recently introduced James Harden into the mix alongside Paul George, Kawhi Leonard, and . Their upcoming matchup against the is expected to mark the first showcase of this formidable quartet. Furthermore, Ivica Zubac will complete their starting 5 as a permanent fixture moving forward.
However, with a history of unexpected absences, fans are left wondering if they’ll truly witness the Clippers’ new powerhouse in action. The question looms: will one of their star players take advantage of the situation by opting for rest instead?
At the moment, there are no reports of Clippers’ star players taking a rest or sitting out. However, Ty Lue has yet to share any details regarding the starting lineup for the team’s upcoming game. The situation appears to be leaning towards Paul George taking the court for ‘s highly-anticipated debut in New York, according to insights from Shams Charania. Regardless, the suspense around the lineup and player availability is making the game more intriguing to the fans.
In addition, the Clippers currently have only two players listed as injured. Brandon Boston Jr. is dealing with a quadriceps injury, while Terance Mann has an ankle injury.
It appears that Paul George personally would not want to be absent from James Harden’s debut. Earlier, PG expressed significant optimism about their revamped lineup. He also romanticized the notion of securing a championship with a quartet of Southern California natives at the helm.
The modern star duo of the Clippers, and Kawhi Leonard, have faced consistent criticism from both fans and NBA pundits for their frequent absence from games. The recurring narrative has somewhat eroded the respect that is rightfully due to their immense talent.
In a recent development, Clippers GM Lawrence Frank responded succinctly to the ongoing speculations. While dismissing the harsh comments, Frank displayed immense respect for both players.
The current season indicates a notable shift in the approach of Kawhi and PG, emphasizing their commitment to participating in as many games as possible. Based on Frank’s comments, it appears increasingly likely that fans will witness all four of the Clippers’ stars in action together; potentially bringing about significant changes to the team’s dynamic and performance.
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