Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective Panic for Clippers? History For Jokic + Brunson Injury & Lakers Needing LeBron
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Nov 14, 2025 Vincent Goodwill, an ESPN NBA writer known for his insightful game analysis, joins the conversation about the Clippers' rocky start and their aging roster struggling with pace. They dive into Nikola Jokic's historic performances, highlighting his unmatched stats and the impact of rule changes on Denver's roster. The discussion shifts to LeBron James' return to the Lakers and how it might disrupt team chemistry. Lastly, they assess Jalen Brunson's injury and what it means for the Knicks moving forward.
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Clippers Age And Pace Problem
- The Clippers' early season collapse stems from age, injuries, and inability to match the new league-wide pace.
- Playing slow with turnovers and poor transition defense has left them near the bottom offensively and defensively.
On-The-Ground Clippers Regression
- Brian attended preseason and regular season Clippers vs. Nuggets games and saw the team regress notably.
- He expected strong play but found the Clippers lost six straight and looked much worse weeks later.
Build Teams For League Pace
- When building rosters, match team speed to league trends and prioritize younger bodies for transition defense.
- Avoid assembling an overly aged roster in an era where pace and conditioning are table stakes.
