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Clippers Enter Week 2 Shorthanded Against Detroit,
Dallas, Charlotte and New Orleans
The LA Clippers enter Week 2 of the NSL season looking to
rebound from a 1–3 start, but the challenge only intensifies. Already missing Jalen
Williams, the team will also be without Paolo Banchero, leaving the
Clippers without two of their key pieces as they prepare for matchups with Detroit,
Dallas, Charlotte and New Orleans.
LA’s early struggles in Week 1 were tied directly to the
absence of Williams, whose versatility and two-way impact are difficult to
replicate. Now losing Banchero—a primary scoring option and interior
creator—forces the Clippers to rely heavily on their less experienced young
core.
The Clippers will lean on several emerging contributors to
keep them competitive throughout the week:
- Keyonte George Can he become the focal point of the offense off the bench and be asked to shoulder major scoring volume?
- Cason
Wallace has been better than expected to start the season whilst being
an anchor for the team defensively and providing steady guard play. It remains
to be seen if the young guard can shoulder the load offensively as a
number 1 option
- VJ
Edgecombe will be tasked with generating pressure on the rim and
creating early offense. The rookie guard has been a pleasant surprise we
can only hope he continues an upward trajectory
- Trey
Murphy remains essential as a high-efficiency perimeter shooter who
can stretch opposing defences. It is hoped he will be the player to at
least partially fill the void with a much greater scoring output
Week 2 Outlook
This four-game slate presents a demanding test of the
Clippers’ depth, structure and resilience. While wins may be harder to come by
without their stars, the week provides an opportunity for LA’s young pieces to
take on expanded roles and build confidence ahead of Banchero and Williams’
eventual return.
If the Clippers can stay competitive and steal the odd
victory in these early difficult stages of the season, it is just fingers
crossed we can stay within reach of the playoff contenders early on. Week 2
could set the tone for a stronger second half of the quarter.
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