NBA · Pacific · Est. 1970 · Intuit Dome
Updated March 16, 2026
The Clippers have settled into the Intuit Dome, their state-of-the-art new arena, but the on-court product has been uneven. The post-Paul George roster is still finding its footing, and the team has leaned heavily on Kawhi Leonard and James Harden when both are available. The arena is a home-court advantage, but the roster needs to match the ambition of the building.
Kawhi Leonard's load management and injury concerns continue to dominate the Clippers' narrative. When he plays, he's still an elite two-way force, but the games missed have piled up once again this season. Los Angeles's playoff hopes rise and fall with whether Leonard can stay on the court for a sustained stretch in April and beyond.
James Harden has embraced the facilitator role in Los Angeles, posting strong assist numbers while still being capable of scoring in bunches. His ability to run the half-court offense and close games has been vital for a Clippers team that lacks depth. At 36, Harden is showing he still has plenty left in the tank.