Hey, fans, last season's NBA playoffs were really exciting, especially the Clippers' performance, which was nothing short of eye-catching. However, things seem to be a little different this season. Our hero Harden seems to be stranded, and the Clippers have lost their solid playoff cards as a result. What the hell is going on? Don't worry, let me tell you slowly.
Let's start with Harden. As a core player for the Rockets, Harden has been the team's leading scorer and assist. His stellar performance has made the Rockets a serious contender for the playoffs. However, in the offseason, Harden chose to leave the Rockets and join the Nets. It was thought that the addition of Harden would make the Nets a strong contender for a championship, but the reality was that this was not the case.
This season, Harden's form has dropped significantly. His scoring and assists have dropped dramatically, and his turnovers have increased. To make matters worse, Harden's performance in the game was also disappointing. He often gets stuck in a solo situation and is unable to form an effective combination with his teammates. Not only does this make the Nets' offense monotonous, but it also makes it easier for opponents to defend.
The Nets' record has also taken a toll due to Harden's poor performance. They were originally the leaders of the east, but now they are in trouble. While they still have a chance to make the playoffs, it will take more effort and sweat than other teams.
And the Clippers, who haven't been as good this season as they could have been. Although they have a super-combination of Leonard and George, the overall strength of the team is not as good as last season. Leonard and George, despite their individual qualities, were unable to lead the team to victory in the game.
In addition to the poor performance of the players, the Clippers have a number of other problems. For example, they don't have enough depth in their squad and the ability of their substitutes is limited. This makes them often difficult to parry against strong teams. In addition, the Clippers' coaching staff has some issues. They are unable to effectively adjust their tactics and player set-up during the game, resulting in the team always missing opportunities at key moments.
Another issue that should not be overlooked is injuries. Both Leonard and George were out for a while due to injury, which had a big impact on the team's fighting power. Although the Clippers eventually made the playoffs, they are no longer the unbeatable team.
Overall, both the Clippers and Nets have had some difficulties this season. Their core players are not performing well, the overall strength of the team is declining, there are problems with the coaching staff, etc. These factors have deprived them of their solid playoff cards.
Of course, the game is always full of uncertainties and unknowns. There is no guarantee that the Clippers and Nets will not make it to the second round of the playoffs. Maybe in the future games, they will find their form and regain their glory. After all, there are always miracles on the basketball court, and no one can be sure of victory or defeat until the last minute. Let's look forward to seeing how these two teams perform in the playoffs!