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The Young Man and the Three

James Harden, Kawhi, and the Clippers Are On a HOT Streak, JJ Goes Off About Fouls, and a Rookie Check-in on Brandon Miller | OM3 THINGS

Dec 18, 2023
Basketball analysts Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. join JJ Redick to discuss the hot streak of the LA Clippers, the evolution of fouls in the NBA, and analyze rookie Brandon Miller's skills and performance on the Charlotte Hornets.
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Quick takeaways

  • The LA Clippers have been the hottest team in the league, with a 11-3 record over their last 14 games and a seven-game winning streak, thanks to Kawhi Leonard's elite level performance and the team's improved offensive flow resulting in a more potent attack.
  • Kawhi Leonard's role and involvement in the Clippers' offense have shifted, with a focus on him being involved earlier and in a variety of ways, such as post-ups and pick-and-rolls, leading to a more dynamic and potent offense for the Clippers.

Deep dives

The Clippers are the hottest team in basketball

The LA Clippers are currently on a seven-game winning streak and have a record of 11-3 over their last 14 games, tying them for the best record in the league. Kawhi Leonard has been playing at an elite level, averaging 29.6 points, 6 rebounds, and 4 assists per game in the month of December. He has been getting involved in different ways, including in the post and pick-and-roll, and has been shooting exceptionally well, with a 61% field goal percentage and a 56.8% three-point shooting percentage in the past month. The Clippers' offense has become more decisive and they are playing with better flow, resulting in a more potent attack.

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