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In the West, the Clippers will have to compete with some improved teams for a spot at a 6-8 seed, but they have the talent to make it.

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They were saying that every year after they traded for Brand. It's not gonna happen now.

If you're a Clippers fan and want to have some hope, by all means go ahead. Just don't be surprised when they break your heart, again.

Elgin Baylor is a veteran of the lottery process for a reason.