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Athletic Clippers v Old and Slow Lakers – No Contest

Posted on April 9, 2013 by theHoundDawg

Sunday’s final 2012-2013 match-up between LA’s two NBA teams looked just like the early games from the start of the season, when the high-flying Clippers brought “showtime” back to Los Angeles basketball, running and jumping the “Old and Slow” Lakers … Continue reading →

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Clippers and Much of NBA on Hospital List

Posted on February 4, 2013 by theHoundDawg

The Clippers muddled through several games without Chris Paul, losing many, but generally keeping close, like in yesterday’s two point loss at Boston. However, with Blake Griffin now also hurt, they were no match for the Wizards in Washington, and … Continue reading →

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Greetings From Clippers-Town

Posted on January 6, 2013 by theHoundDawg

The Clippers had slightly more trouble with the Lakers Friday night than we anticipated, but a lot of that had to do with Jamal Crawford not being able to play and Caron Butler seeing limited action and having his game … Continue reading →

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“Old and Slow” Lakers Have Little Shot to Beat Clippers

Posted on January 3, 2013 by theHoundDawg

Lakers fans, don’t let those wins last month against the Knicks and Philadelphia make you think that the team has turned any kind of corner. The “Old and Slow” Lakers (as described by Kobe in a recent interview) are what … Continue reading →

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Clippers looking for Perfect December

Posted on December 29, 2012 by theHoundDawg

With a single game left on December’s schedule, the LA Clippers are looking for a perfect month. They have one remaining December game, a rematch against Utah, Sunday, at home at Staples. In NBA history, only twice has a team … Continue reading →

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Meanwhile, Back to LA’s Real Basketball Team

Posted on November 16, 2012 by theHoundDawg

In case you haven’t noticed, the LA Clippers are 6-2 and have beaten the Lakers, the Spurs, the Grizzles (who have lost to no other team and who possess the only better record in the Western Conference) and the almighty … Continue reading →

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Clippers Defense and Depth Overpower Hapless Lakers

Posted on November 2, 2012 by theHoundDawg

As we predicted, the Lakers quest for a perfect season continues after tonight’s battle of the Staples, as the team was outplayed in every aspect by the upstart Clippers. Defense, depth, defense, protecting the ball, and defense all played keys … Continue reading →

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LA Clippers Start Their Season Tonight

Posted on October 31, 2012 by theHoundDawg

The LA Clippers enter the NBA season with a strong starting five bolstered by perhaps the NBA’s best bench, and a great young coach. They will win the Pacific Division title, ending ahead of the Lakers, and be in a … Continue reading →

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LA Basketball Coaches Treated Very Differently, Conclusion, For Now

Posted on March 27, 2012 by theHoundDawg

In the 27 year history of the Los Angeles Clippers, they have posted winning seasons exactly twice. In 1991, the team was below .500 when Mike Schuler was fired as head coach, and replaced by Larry Brown, who led them … Continue reading →

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First Skirmish Goes to Clippers

Posted on January 15, 2012 by theHoundDawg

The first skirmish in the 2012 Battle of LA is over, and the clear winner is…….. da Clippers. The Lakers out-shot the Clippers overall, thanks primarily to Clippers’ bench players Randy Foye, Ryan Gomes, and ex-Laker Brain Cook shooting a … Continue reading →

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Clippers Win Opener For First TIme in Recorded Memory

Posted on December 25, 2011 by theHoundDawg

The Clippers 19-pt win over Golden State was even better than the 15 point margin predicted here yesterday. After a hit-and-miss first half, in the second half the multi-point-guard system worked well, and newcomers Chris Paul, Chauncey Billups and Caron … Continue reading →

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NBA Season Can’t Start Soon Enough for Clippers; Lakers Need More TIme

Posted on December 21, 2011 by theHoundDawg

What were meaningless exhibition games in seasons past took on major significance this week for the Lakers and Clippers. The Clippers beat the Lakers in both games this week, and the ramifications for both teams are significant. In Monday’s game, … Continue reading →

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