Pope of Basketball.

Summary

The preseason highlights the Clippers' strong performance, overshadowed by the Lakers' success and the Cavaliers' disappointing losses. The Cavaliers suffered defeats against the Spurs and Hornets, raising concerns about their potential, despite Coach Adelman finding positives in the setbacks. The Nets and Thunder drew attention with their games in China, where the Thunder's trio excelled against the Nets. The Clippers showcased their depth, with Chris Paul leading the charge, supported by Griffin, Guy, and Ku Li, all contributing significantly. Yang Rui praised the role players for their specialized skills, emphasizing that every player has a purpose on the team. The Clippers ended the preseason with a 6-1 record, only losing to the Magic, who demonstrated strong defensive capabilities. Yang Rui plans to improve Griffin's shooting to enhance playoff prospects. Meanwhile, the Bucks and Celtics management faced regret over player decisions, and the Cavaliers fans remained unconcerned about Rudy Gay's role. The NBA's first power rankings placed the Mavericks first, with the Cavaliers second, Spurs third, Magic fourth, and the Clippers fifth. The Lakers ranked 14th, indicating a bleak outlook for their season compared to the Clippers.

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