Kendrick Perkins, a former NBA big man, and current analyst, has made a bold prediction ahead of the NBA playoffs that will please Los Angeles Clippers fans and upset Phoenix Suns faithful. Perkins, speaking on ESPN, predicted that the Clippers will beat the Suns in their upcoming series.
Perkins pointed to the Clippers’ depth as a key factor in their potential victory over the Suns. While defeating a roster led by Kevin Durant and Devin Booker is undoubtedly a difficult task, Perkins is confident that Los Angeles can pull it off. Despite Paul George dealing with an injury, Perkins believes that the Clippers have what it takes to come out on top.
What did Kendrick Perkins say?
While asked about his hot take on the Clippers vs the Suns Perkins had the back of the LA Clippers and said, “I got the Clippers beating the Suns. It don’t get no spicier than that.”
"I got the Clippers beating the Suns. It don't get no spicier than that."
—@KendrickPerkins on his hot take for the first round 😳 🌶️ pic.twitter.com/b6Vszb4nq1
— NBA on ESPN (@ESPNNBA) April 10, 2023
The Clippers and Suns have a history with each other, which should make for an exciting series. Chris Paul, who now plays for Phoenix, will face his former team, adding an extra layer of intrigue.
Kawhi Leonard, one of the Clippers’ top players, recently commented on the upcoming matchup against Phoenix and Durant.
“It took all we had,” Leonard said of reaching the playoffs, “Guys in and out all season, guys focusing up towards the end of the year and we were able to get some wins, but it’s not over yet. It feels good. We got a challenge ahead of us. We gotta be prepared and ready to go because they got a great team over there.”
For the Clippers to upset Phoenix in the first round of the NBA playoffs, they will need all hands on deck. While it won’t be an easy feat, the series between the two teams is shaping up to be an exciting one
LA Clippers’ Paul George to Begin Playoffs on Sideline Due to Knee Sprain: Impact on Team’s Postseason Prospects
The LA Clippers will enter the first round of the NBA playoffs against the Phoenix Suns without the services of their All-Star swingman, Paul George.
According to Shams Charania of The Athletic, George is expected to start the best-of-seven series on the sideline as he continues to recover from the right knee sprain he suffered in late March against the Oklahoma City Thunder.
During George’s absence, the Clippers managed a 6-3 record down the stretch, securing the No. 5 seed and avoiding the AT&T Play-In Tournament. However, George’s absence will be sorely felt as he averaged 23.9 points, 6.1 rebounds, 5.1 assists, and 1.5 steals per game this season.
Clippers coach Tyronn Lue will have to rely on the rest of his squad to step up and fill the void left by George’s injury.
