Lost to the Nuggets! But this is the best Clippers. Leonard spoke his mind after the game. He has been waiting for 4 years.

The Clippers lost to the Nuggets 94-102 in the preseason, and both sides were testing each other. As the two teams that played against each other in the first round last season, they are indeed equally matched in terms of strength. Moreover, the Clippers actually had the upper hand against the Nuggets last season. Westbrook's desperate three-pointer became the X factor, as well as Gordon's buzzer-beater. For these reasons, the Clippers and Nuggets still played to 7 games. The Clippers were very targeted during the offseason. Powell became Bill and introduced Collins and Gordon.

Paul and Luo perfectly filled the team's internal line and connection problems after Zubac and Harden left the court. Frank's upgrade of the lineup has been successful. This is definitely the most balanced Clippers lineup in the past few years. The most important thing is that Kazi's health has improved. This is one of the few seasons in the past few seasons that he wanted to play a full preseason. Kazi was injured for half the season last season, and all the pressure was on Harden. Tyronn Lue said in a previous interview that Harden was exhausted before the start of the playoffs.

This year, the Clippers are off to the perfect start. Everyone is healthy, and Harden can focus more on organization. In terms of health, the Clippers still have a backup plan. If Bill is injured, the Clippers can also put Paul in the starting lineup and create a lightbulb 2.0. Harden and Paul were on the court together for a short time today, and it felt like they had lost their youth and come back. In addition, Leonard lost a lot of weight this offseason, and he has now lost a lot of weight. In the past, Kazi was a heavy forward, but now it is very light, but there are gains and losses.

Leonard, who has lost weight, may not be able to withstand the opponent's inside singles in the fourth position. On the offensive end, turning his back to get the ball and crushing it in low will also be a problem. But Xiaoka's movement speed has become lighter, and his health will improve a lot. After all, the burden on his knees has been reduced. The most important thing is that the team has Collins top 4, and Kazi's mission is over. In the past, the Clippers did not have the fourth position, so Kazi was forced to carry the 4. Now that he is back at the three position he is familiar with, he only needs to do a good job in indiscriminate singles finishing on offense and death on the defensive end.

Even today, Tyronn Lue asked Kazi to play shooting guard. According to Kazi's speed in the past, it may not be enough. But today Kazi led the defense very well on the outside. Look at his efficiency today. In 19 minutes, he made 5 of 10 shots and scored 17 points, 2 rebounds, 1 assist and 2 steals. For this moment today, Leonard said in the post-game interview that he had been waiting for 4 years. Kazi said that his physical condition, as well as the depth of the entire Clippers lineup, is the best season after 21 years.

Leonard said: "My physical condition is very good this year, and I hope to continue playing healthily. We lost to the Nuggets last season, and I must praise Frank for his targeted reinforcement of the lineup. We are now very comprehensive and have many players who can play. I think this is the most comprehensive since we reached the Western Conference Finals in 21 years. You know we are waiting for this. After staying for a long time, we have not lost our fighting spirit. The new players are really good. Paul has brought us the organization of the lineup. Collins plays the fourth position to give us a physical advantage. Luo is a big man who can shoot three-pointers. Bill is about to come back. We are thriving."

The Nuggets have also strengthened, LeBron returned, Porter replaced Huang Zhong, and substitute center Varan was introduced. But the Clippers are not afraid of this, because now these people are veterans who want to compete for the championship. They are really just one championship away from success. If Harden can win the championship, his hard honor bonus will be greatly enhanced and his historical status will be greatly improved. Paul can also retire successfully and move his point guard position up a notch. Leonard can also make the Clippers make up for their mistake in trading Alexander for George. A loss is definitely a loss, but at least I feel better about winning the championship.