Clippers On The Rise

With a win last night over the streaking Nuggets, the Clippers show why the future may be bright. With a team of talented young players, the Clippers can only move forward. Blake Griffin, if he stays healthy, could lead his team into the playoffs next year and maybe even look into getting to the second round.

Griffin, although a rookie, is a very mature player and he is only going to get better (believe it or not). And it is not like the Clippers have a weak supporting cast; Eric Gordon, Gomes, Kaman, Jordan, Foye, Bledsoe and Mo Williams are all major players in the game. The Clippers had a slow start this season and their chances of a playoff run are pretty much gone, but next year they are expected to make playoffs.

A team of their caliber should have no problem beating teams below .500 and even cause some upsets. They should use the remaining games this year to build for next season and mature as a team. That way, come November, they are ready and can play together. If all goes well for the Clippers, they will be a threat in years to come and could possibly make a run to the Finals one day.