The Athletic NBA Daily Clippers and Knicks Season Preview
Sep 2, 2025
Law Murray, who covers the Clippers for The Athletic, delves into the team's offseason changes and expectations for superstar Kawhi Leonard, as well as the impact of new additions like Bradley Beal. Meanwhile, James Edwards III discusses the Knicks' significant offseason moves and the coaching shift aimed at playoff success. Both guests analyze the competitive landscape of their respective conferences, offering insights on how the Clippers and Knicks might navigate their paths toward potential championships.
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Clippers Expect Midseason Maneuvering
- The Clippers' front office (Lawrence Frank) routinely makes midseason moves and values tradable rotation contracts.
- Players like Bogdanovic are likely candidates to move if fit falters.
Bradley Beal Is The Biggest Swing Factor
- Bradley Beal is a key swing factor: availability and defensive fit will determine the Clippers' ceiling.
- If Beal plays 60+ games and handles ball duties, he can meaningfully replace Norman Powell's production.
Win A Playoff Series Is The Baseline
- Realistic expectation: the Clippers should win at least one playoff series but lack the depth to be clear title contenders.
- Conference finals would be a surprise rather than the baseline outcome.