Kawhi Leonard, Paul George, Russell Westbrook, James Harden superteam DESTINED to fail, hints Clippers teammate

The Clippers have disappointed again this season

Kawhi Leonard, Paul George, Russell Westbrook, James Harden superteam DESTINED to fail, hints Clippers teammate

Shannon Sharpe does not believe that James Harden fits in at LA Clippers (via Woj on X)

This season, the NBA witnesses the Los Angeles Clippers boasting the most star-studded roster, featuring Kawhi Leonard, Paul George, Russell Westbrook, and James Harden. Despite these impressive names, the team is still grappling to meet the expectations of both fans and analysts.

Currently holding the 9th position in the Western Conference standings with a 9-10 record, the Los Angeles Clippers faced a challenging period between 2nd and 15th November, enduring a six-game losing streak. Following the breakthrough of that unfavorable phase and a subsequent three-game winning streak, the team encountered inconsistency by alternately securing wins and facing losses.

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The inconsistency, along with below-par performances from their star players, has prompted analysts to question the Clippers’ capability to vie for the championship or step out of the shadows cast by their more illustrious neighbors, the LA Lakers. As articulated by veteran player and Clippers member, P J Tucker,

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There’s not enough basketballs on the planet for this team, really.

Haunted by the shocking loss to a Nikola Jokic-less Nuggets, the Clippers find themselves in a pivotal moment with four months remaining in the season. There is optimism that they can reverse their fortunes, banking on the hope that Harden, along with the trio of Westbrook, Kawhi, and Paul George, rediscovers their best form to propel the team up the table

James Harden’s career highlight

While James Harden, considered one of the greatest scorers and shooting guards in NBA history, is currently experiencing an unremarkable season, it doesn’t diminish his stature as a great player in his own right. Across 10 out of 14 games played in the NBA, he has maintained an average of 24.6 points, 5.6 rebounds, and 7.0 assists per game.

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The 2018 NBA Most Valuable Player, a distinguished 10-time NBA All-Star and six-time NBA All-First Team member, James Harden has consistently demonstrated his prowess. Additionally, he boasts the title of a three-time NBA scoring champion (2018-2020) and has led the NBA in assists twice (2017, 2023). Notably, he holds the distinction of being the highest-scoring left-handed player in the league.

Despite his season not going as planned, in the 14 games he played, James Harden has maintained an average of 15.7 points, 4.4 rebounds, and 6.4 assists for the Los Angeles Clippers.

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