The Clippers upset the Celtics, sitting third in the West, and Harden, George, and Leonard combined three swords to shock the league
The win-loss game behind the win.
The Clippers defeated the league-leading Celtics 115-96 on the road, winning five in a row and settling in third place in the West. In this game, Celtic suffered a star-studded blow on their home turf. However, apart from the results, what exactly happened, and how good were the Clippers? Let's dig deeper.
Celtics: From "Yan Liangwen and ugly" to the Green Army
Tatum and Brown, nicknamed "Yan Liangwen Ugly" by fans, faced with the Clippers' strong offensive lineup, the Celtics' double tanhua seemed a little powerless. In this game, the Clippers' fierce generals are more surging, and Kajiao's performance is completely above the double tanhua. In addition, Harden's strategizing has brought a great advantage to the Clippers. The rhythm of the entire Celtics disappeared without a trace, whether it was the inability to block Harden's tandem on the defensive end, or the inability to resist Leonard's singles, which made the Green Army seem a little helpless.
Clippers: Talent far surpasses the 18-year peak Rockets
Judging by the performance of the game, the Clippers showed strong aggression. In the opening stages, players such as George and Harden showed a strong desire to win. The clip scored 11 points in the first quarter to establish the lead for the Clippers. Throughout the game, the Clippers' forward depth made it difficult for the Celtics. Harden's tandem on the offensive end is even more like a fish in water, bringing the game to the rhythm of the Clippers. After the game, Harden said: "Joining the Clippers was a great operation, and Ballmer flipped that switch. Obviously, the talent here is a bit like the '18 Rockets, because we were a super scary team back then. ”
The Big Three: Harden George Leonard complements each other
The Clippers' Big Three of Harden, George, and Leonard had a great performance in this game. Leonard contributed 26 points, seven rebounds and two steals, while George also had 17 points, six rebounds and two steals. Despite Harden's poor hand, his playmaking skills on the court were terrifying, contributing 9 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists, and the team's plus/minus was as high as +36, ranking first on the team. This kind of performance makes the three superstars of Harden, George and Leonard form a tacit understanding that complements each other. Benches such as Mann, Tyscofi and Westbrook also stepped up in key moments, giving the Clippers more depth.
Future prospects: The Clippers are the favorites to win the championship
It can be seen from the game that the Clippers have super strength and tacit teamwork. The three superstars of Harden, George and Leonard form a formidable core, and the depth of the team is beyond the reach of opponents. If the Clippers can win the championship this year, Harden, George and Leonard will have a big success. Moreover, the Clippers will definitely continue to retain the Big Three in the offseason and will remain the favorites for the championship for years to come.
Epilogue: The Green Army is lost, and the Clippers are rising
The game became a collective **, and the Clippers defeated the league-leading Celtics with amazing momentum. The performances of Harden, George and Leonard have opened up endless possibilities for the team. Compared to the peak Rockets in 18 years, the Clippers have shown more talent and strength. The future is promising, and their rise has made people wonder if the league landscape is about to change. In this victory, the Clippers not only won the game, but sent a shocking signal to the entire league that they are ready and ready to fight for the championship.