Published 16:17 IST, January 24th 2020
Clippers players upset over preferential treatment given to Paul George and Kawhi Leonard
Recently, there have been reports about various Clippers players being unhappy about the preferential treatment Kawhi Leonard and Paul George receive.
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Los Angeles Clippers have a good chance at bagging NBA 2019-20 championship. However, conflicts and controversies have followed Clippers this season. Montrezl Harrell had criticized team for sidelining Kawhi Leonard due to 'load manment'. Recently, re have been reports about various Clippers players being unhappy about preferential treatment Kawhi Leonard and Paul George receive.
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According to sources, players have struggled to deal with treatment Paul George and Kawhi Leonard receive off court. Reports also point out that a star player does receive special treatment in NBA. However, situation with Clippers seems to be tense than usual.
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Reports also add that George and Leonard also influence Clippers practice routine. Players apparently think team could work more. Kawhi Leonard also reportedly made final decision to cancel a few walkthroughs earlier. Injuries, front-loaded schedule and Leonard have also reportedly created a light-hearted approach towards team practices, which many players disagree with. Clippers are currently at a 31-14 (win-loss) record and ranked third in Western Conference standings. Doc Rivers and Clippers are also trying to work on ir chemistry issues as soon as possible.
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Clippers' 4-game winning streak recently ended after ir 95-102 loss against Atlanta Hawks. Kawhi Leonard is currently leading Clippers with a 27.1 points, 7.4 rebounds and 5 assists while shooting 50.3% from field. Paul George follows with a 23.5 point aver per game. ir next game is against Miami Heat on Friday night (Saturday morning IST).
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16:17 IST, January 24th 2020