Los Angeles Clippers Receive: G/F Buddy Hield, F/C Daniel Theis, G TJ McConnell, F/C Jalen Smith, 2023 First-Round Pick (No. 7 – IND), 2025 First-Round Pick (IND), 20277 First-Round Pick (IND)
Indiana Pacers Receive: G/F Paul George
Some will say that this is a premature decision for the Clippers. They will have a case.
This team was supposed to be a powerhouse. How could Leonard and George lose? This duo of 3-and-D wings with elite shot creation was playoff-proof.
Well, you can’t win without your star players. Again: George gets hurt at times.
Leonard is frequently hurt. This duo can’t stay on the floor together.
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Sure, the Clippers could keep investing in them. If this pair can stay healthy, they’ll likely contend for the championship.
Should the Clippers pass on that opportunity?