$142 million, a figure that is not only a huge fortune, but also the end of a piece of NBA history. With the Clippers eliminated by the Mavericks in the playoffs, their roster, known as the Big Three, officially went their separate ways. Paul George and Carmelo Anthony, as well as Howard Harden, three superstars who once made fans look forward to it, made frequent mistakes in the playoffs and became the object of ridicule from fans.
The future of these three players has also become the focus of attention of countless people. Paul George and Howard Harden, in particular, were once expected to be high but failed to lead the team far in crunch time. Now, they are under tremendous pressure and challenge, and fans are wondering if they still have what it takes to rise back and become the leader and heart of the team.
For the Clippers, this loss could mean a complete reshuffle and replanning. They need to re-examine the composition of the squad, re-evaluate the performance of the players and find the right direction for the development of the team. For George and Harden, they will need to face their shortcomings and work hard to improve their abilities and regain leadership of the team.
In any case, this defeat has taught us a profound lesson: in competitive sports, no one can be at the top forever, and everyone can suffer failures and setbacks. The key is how to learn from the failures and bounce back to become a real winner. Hopefully, Paul George and Howard Harden can find their form in future games, regain their peak style, and bring more exciting games to the fans.