The Clippers did just about everything poorly in this 25 point loss at the hands of the Lakers, while the Lakers did almost everything right as Luka Doncic looked on. The Clippers struggled from the beyond the arc shooting 29% while the Lakers lit it up shooting 48% The one bright spot was the turnovers for the Clippers who did protect the ball with only 9 turnovers. Norm Powell had a very nice start to the game with 10 in the first qtr but finished with 20 going 7-15. Kawhi lacked energy with 11 and Harden was a liability shooting the ball going 2 of 12 and 0-5 from distance for just 7. 

The NBA West Squad Show tackles the seismic trade of Luka Doncic from the Dallas Mavericks to the Los Angeles Lakers. Hosts from various Western Conference teams discuss the fallout, including potential trade packages other teams could have offered for Doncic. The conversation explores how this move reshapes the Western Conference landscape, particularly impacting teams like the Thunder and Spurs. The hosts debate the Lakers' win-now prospects with Luka and LeBron, and whether trading LeBron should be considered. The show also covers the Kings' trade of De'Aaron Fox to the Spurs, analyzing its implications for both teams and the broader competitive balance in the West.

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5:23 Luka Doncic trade impact on teams

11:55 Lakers' future after Luka trade

19:55 Kings trade De'Aaron Fox to Spurs

26:02 Spurs' playoff chances with Fox

31:51 Rob Pelinka's role in Luka trade

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I think its safe to say you can chalk this up as a schedule loss early start at the end of a long 4 game road trip. Kawhi Leonard and James couldn't cover for the absence of Norm Powell as Kawhi and Harden were collectively 13-38.  Harden did lead the way with 25 and a nice game for Kevin Porter Jr off the bench  with 17 going 8 of 13 

Norm Powell played lights out after being left off the all-star team, he lead the way with 27 going 11-15. Harden was a little off with 14 going 4 of 12 and 1 of 6 from distance. Kawhi played 28 minutes scoring 21 in a solid well rounded performance. The Clippers turned up the intensity in the final minutes after the Hornets had drawn to within 2 The Clippers pulled away for a 112-104 win.

Clippers dominated the boards  in this win in San Antonio 57-30 and owned the Spurs on 2nd chance points 22-7. Ivica Zubac had a big game with 21 points and 22 boards many of which were put backs that came at crucial times of the game when the Clippers needed a basket. The Clippers let a nice 16 point lead slip away in the 3rd as the Spurs grabbed a 1 point lead. But the Clippers answered right back going on a 8-0 run and 13-0 in the 4th. Kawhi Leonard and Norm Powell both filled it up with 27 and Harden added 21. 128-116

In this episode of the Locked On NBA Squad Show West, your Locked On hosts discuss the current state of the West as the playoff picture continues to take shape. With Nick Angstadt hosting, the panel includes Matt Moore,  Rylan Styles, Matt George, Jackson Gatlin, and Andy Kamenetzky.

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5:34 Thunder's playoff potential questioned

11:06 Most fraudulent Western Conference team

16:47 Thunder's strengths and progression

28:23 Blazers as potential buy-low opportunity

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The Suns were throwing haymakers from downtown and the Clippers had not answers. They did make it interesting with a little spurt in the 3rd to grab the lead by 1 but the answered right with a...3. 

The Clips bench was also non existent scoring just 8 points which saw them all go scoreless from beyond the arc and Kevin Porter Jr also threw up a goose egg.

 Ivica Zubac lead the way with 25 and 16 James Harden put up 24 which included 5 3's Norm Powell added  23 and Kawhi logged 17 in 28 mins

James Harden had a big 3rd qtr  with 17 finishing with 40 and just 1 turnover that's right just 1 turnover. Norm Powell started slow but had 33 in the end and Kawhi in 24 mins put up 18. LA played a very clean game with just 6 turnovers and 8 steals. This was a solid complete win for the Clips ina game when Giannis And Lillard played well finishing with 36 and 29 respectively. 127-117 the final 

Clippers without Kawhi Leonard, James Harden, Ivica Zubac, Norm Powell, Kris Dunn and Nico Batum, gave it their all and left it all on the floor losing in o/t 117-113. 

The Clippers played with lots of energy for most of the night. Things got a little sloppy in the 4th qtr and Boston started to pull away but couldn't finish it off as the Clips rallied in the final minute to tie the game on a steal and layup from Derrick Jones Jr who finished with a game high 29. Kevin Porter Jr also had a big night with 26 pts 7 rebounds and 7 assists.

In this episode of the Locked On NBA Squad Show West, hosts from various Western Conference teams discuss the biggest threats to the Oklahoma City Thunder's dominance. The panel debates the potential of teams like the Dallas Mavericks, Denver Nuggets, and Memphis Grizzlies to challenge the Thunder in the playoffs. They also explore the struggles of established teams like the Golden State Warriors and Los Angeles Lakers, questioning their ability to contend. The conversation touches on surprising performances from teams like the Houston Rockets and the challenges facing the Phoenix Suns. Throughout the discussion, the hosts offer insights into team dynamics, player performances, and potential trade scenarios that could shake up the Western Conference landscape.

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5:19 Thunder's biggest threat: Mavericks or Nuggets?

10:52 Which team is most troubled?

16:29 Warriors' reluctance to make changes

21:28 Potential playoff upsets in West

32:18 Pelicans and Blazers situations

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Decent game for Norm Powell with 27 but a better game for another UCLA Bruin as Zach Levine who goes for 35 in a 112-99 win for the Bulls which snapped a 5 game losing for Chicago and snaps a 4 game win streak for LA.