
Inside the Clippers’ Bold Strategy to Unlock James Harden’s Full Potential with Kawhi Leonard and Bradley Beal in the Mix
Ah, so here we go again — the LA Clippers gearing up for the 2025-26 season with a full arsenal: Kawhi Leonard back from the sidelines, Bradley Beal freshly inked in free agency, and the ever-resilient James Harden expected to dial down that relentless usage rate that had him bearing the offensive load like Atlas holding up the world last year. But can this dynamic lineup really give Harden the breather he deserves, or are we just setting the stage for another “Harden do-it-all” marathon? Tyronn Lue’s crystal-clear message? No more on Harden toiling through every single offensive possession like a one-man band — with Kawhi and Beal in the mix, the Clippers want Harden playing his game, not wearing himself down trying to move mountains every night. It’s a bold strategy, and though Harden’s shooting numbers took a hit — second worst FG% of his career, no less — the Clippers still commanded an unexpected 50-win season. Now the big question: with the pressure eased and the stars aligned (hopefully without injury interruptions), can LA keep Harden fresh for a deep postseason push come April? The clock’s ticking… LEARN MORE.
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