As the Clippers went into the 2025 trade deadline, it was clear that an upgrade was needed for the bench. The starting lineup did much of the heavy lifting with Norman Powell ascending into a new role, James Harden putting up All-Star numbers, and Kawhi Leonard easing back into rhythm.
Powell was a revelation for the Clippers in 2024-25, playing 60 games and averaging 21.8 points per game on an incredible 48.4% shooting and 41.8% from beyond the arc. He had serious All-Star consideration and was the lead candidate for Most Improved Player before two injuries set him back.
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