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The Clippers Just Sent a Warning to the Entire West | HHT 52


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On the fifty-second episode of the Hot Hand Theory Podcast, Geoff and XJ break down why the Los Angeles Clippers' loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder might actually be the biggest warning shot of the NBA season.Despite the final score, the Clippers looked every bit like a team no one wants to face in the playoffs — and the stats back it up. Kawhi Leonard is quietly rounding into elite form, James Harden is controlling games with surgical precision, and Ivica Zubac is playing the best two-way basketball of his career. This is not a typical 7th or 8th seed.Fans of the top teams in the Western Conference — you need to pay attention. If this team gets healthy, they could ruin someone’s title hopes in Round 1.In this episode, we cover:🔹 How Kawhi Leonard’s midrange dominance and elite finishing still make him unguardable🔹 The +14.5 net rating of the Clippers’ core 4-man lineup — and why it matters🔹 Ivica Zubac’s insane rim protection stats and underrated offensive polish🔹 Why Norman Powell’s spacing might be the key to unlocking this offense🔹 What the Thunder - Clippers game reveals about the Clippers chances to advance in the WestThis might be the NBA’s most slept-on contender, and we’re diving deep — with film, analytics, and bold playoff predictions.💬 Drop your thoughts in the comments: Are the Clippers a legit threat? Who should fear them most in Round 1?Subscribe for more NBA content, deep dives, and the most unique basketball analysis you won’t find anywhere else! Don’t forget to like, comment, and share—we respond to every comment!

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