Los Angeles Clippers: 3 takeaways from the 2018 offseason

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3. They’ve found their backcourt of the future

The Clippers drafted Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Jerome Robinson with the No. 11 and 13 picks in the 2018 NBA Draft, respectively. Although I was originally skeptical about Gilgeous-Alexander’s fit on the team, his performance at NBA Summer League has convinced me otherwise.

His all-around play was highlighted as he averaged 19.0 points, 4.8 rebounds, 4.0 assists and 2.3 steals per game. He was comfortable on offense used his body very well on defense.

Alongside SGA was Robinson, who boasted a 55.6 true shooting percentage. He shot 36.8 percent from 3-point range on 6.3 attempts per game, and is a reliable catch-and-shoot option.

What makes their situation even better is that the Clippers aren’t expecting the two young guards to start right away. The Atlanta Hawks seem to be doing this with Trae Young, and the Lakers did it with Lonzo Ball last season, and it can negatively affect young guards.

Instead, the Clippers are putting them behind Williams, Beverley and Bradley, experienced players they can develop behind and learn from. Under the tutelage of the veterans, the rookies will avoid forming bad habits and play on both sides of the ball.

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