The Los Angeles Clippers were one of the best stories of last season. Most expected the Clippers to take a step back — potentially a big one — after Paul George signed with the Philadelphia 76ers in free agency and it was announced Kawhi Leonard would be out until Jan.

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In Southern California, every move — and non-move — being made is happening with visions of pouncing if another superstar comes calling.

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The crosstown rivals are in West Group B for the third In-Season Tournament, along with the Memphis Grizzlies, Dallas Mavericks and New Orleans Pelicans.

The 6-foot-4 guard showed out in the G League during his rookie season, averaging 23.1 points, 6.8 rebounds, 2.9 assists, and 2.1 stocks per game with efficient 50.8/41.9/80.0 shooting splits, but has made just nine NBA appearances.

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