However, George isn’t taking it for granted. He understands that time is running out for him to win his first title.
During a recent interview with ESPN’s Ohm Youngmisuk, George spoke about his approach to this season:
When asked what he meant by “assignment,” he said:
The Clippers’ George and Kawhi Leonard have had enormous expectations placed on them since they arrived in LA in 2019. Unfortunately, injuries have prevented them from reaching their ceiling. They have played together in just 80 regular-season games and 24 playoff games.
The team is yet to make a finals appearance. The Clippers even failed to make the playoffs last season with Leonard out for the year.
Heading into this season, the Clippers arguably have their best and deepest roster ever. They have playmakers like John Wall and Reggie Jackson as well as wing depth with Norman Powell, Robert Covington and Nicolas Batum. They also have a traditional 7-footer in Ivica Zubac.
Overall, it’s now or never for the LA Clippers. If the team can stay healthy, there’s no reason why they can’t contend for the title.
LA Clippers’ possible rotation and game plan entering this season
During a recent LA Clippers practice, coach Ty Lue answered some questions regarding the team’s strategy for the season.
When Lue was asked about how comfortable he was with small-ball lineups, he replied:
The Clippers only have one established center on their roster in Ivica Zubac. So, they don’t have much choice as to whether or not to use small-ball lineups. But it would stlll be interesting to see Zubac primarily playing with the second unit.
This might lead to extra strain on Kawhi Leonard and Paul George, as they will have to battle bigger players for rebounds. However, smaller lineups with multiple two-way forwards could be helpful in creating mismatches on the offensive end.
Lue was also asked about the Clippers’ potential starting lineup.
So, for now, except for Leonard and George, the LA Clippers’ starting rotation will probably be fluid and opposition-based.
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