The Los Angeles Clippers could have had an exciting 2025-26 season ahead of them, but the Kawhi Leonard controversy overshadowed it. This Clippers team has the talented players they signed during the offseason.
Of course, the team signed some talented players, but people have problems with them because they are older by NBA standards. However, the holdovers from the 2024-25 season are excited to have some big names, such as Chris Paul and Bradley Beal, on the roster.
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Feb 20, 2025; Austin, Texas, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Bradley Beal (3) drives to the basket against San Antonio Spurs guard Chris Paul (3) during the first half of the San Antonio Spurs at Moody Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn ImagesCredit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
The Clippers are an intriguing team because they have a team filled to the brim with talented players. They have five players with a history of being All-Stars, with Beal, Paul, Leonard, Brook Lopez, and James Harden.
Of course, Leonard and Harden are still the big names who could play at that level. Despite that, players like Bogdan Bogdanovic are excited to play with the established stars on the roster.
Bogdanovic Knows Playing Alongside Paul and Beal is a Big Deal
Most people’s eyes are on Leonard, Harden, and Ivica Zubac ahead of the 2025-26 season. They were the best-performing players from the previous season, so they should be the top players for the team.
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With Norman Powell’s exit, Beal is the replacement at the shooting guard position. He could be a strong addition to the team because he wants to bounce back from his mediocre stint with the Phoenix Suns. Now, he should have a stronger season with a focus on helping the Clippers.
Paul is also a good addition, as he is playing out his final NBA season with the Clippers. He will play spot minutes here and there as a backup for Harden, but he will mostly serve as a leader.
For a player like Bogdanovic, he feels pleased with the new teammates, but he made sure to point out Beal and Paul.
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“It’s an honor to play with guys like Bradley Beal, Chris Paul. You can see the experience. They can help us out definitely,” Bogdanovic said ahead of the 2025-26 season.
“I have to say also, the young guys have been training hard. They’ve been pushing everybody else. We have to give them credit as well.”
The Clippers are a Dark Horse in the Western Conference
Heading into the 2025-26 season, the Western Conference will be competitive as always. However, most people know that the Denver Nuggets and the defending champions Oklahoma City Thunder, will be the favorites.
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The Clippers might not be one of the favorites, but they could make some noise. With Harden and Leonard, anything is possible, considering they are still playing at a high level. The additions could also help, particularly Beal, who still has a lot of gas left in the tank.
Coach Ty Lue is one of the best in the league, so he will have something prepared for the Clippers. They want to keep fighting, and the Clippers could be the dark horse that surprises people in the 2025-26 NBA season.
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This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Oct 2, 2025, where it first appeared in the NBA section. Add Athlon Sports as a Preferred Source by clicking here.