James Harden and Kawhi Leonard (nearly healthy) might soon be helped by the addition of another talented scorer to their squad.
Well, the LA Clippers already have a potent third option in Norman Powell, not to mention an underrated scoring big man in Ivica Zubac.
But that doesn’t mean LA is done making moves to improve its offense, especially with the playoffs well within reach for Ty Lue’s ball club.
Indeed, the Clippers figure to be buyers before the February 6 trade deadline, and a new report from Bleacher Report’s Greg Swartz on Monday suggested that LA could look to acquire a Washington Wizards wing who began his career in 2017 as a member of the Los Angeles Lakers.
“Even if Kawhi Leonard can make a relatively quick return to the court, the Los Angeles Clippers could use another offensive boost to a roster that ranks just 23rd overall in the NBA right now,” Swartz said.
“Kyle Kuzma, 29, should be revived with a return to Los Angeles, giving the Clippers a multi-dimensional scorer and gifted passer to play alongside Leonard, James Harden, Norm Powell and Ivica Zubac.”
Many people forget that Kuzma finished No. 4 in Rookie of the Year voting as a Laker in 2017-18. While his career hasn’t followed the arc of a superstar since then, he’s always remained a reliable bucket, and he’d be a pivotal addition to the Clippers if they could pull off a deal.
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