76ers vs Clippers Match Player Stats March 27 2024

The 76ers maintained their lead through most of the second quarter, as Kawhi Leonard and Norman Powell made key plays to keep their opponents competitive.

This matchup will pose a formidable challenge to drawing fouls; the 76ers allow starting small forwards of opposing teams to attempt an above-average rate of free throw attempts when playing on the road.

Kawhi Leonard

According to Adrian Wojnarowski, Kawhi Leonard will miss Game 1 against the Dallas Mavericks due to a knee injury. Leonard appeared rusty upon returning in Game 3, suggesting he may not be prepared for a crucial playoff battle against the Dallas Mavericks.

Leonard grew up in Southern California and attended Canyon Springs High School before playing college basketball for San Diego State. As one of the premier defensive players in the league, Leonard earned recognition by being named NBA Defensive Player of the Year 2014-15. Additionally, he has given back to his community by donating his championship ring and helping launch a basketball skills camp.

Law Murray reports that Lawrence Frank of the Clippers announced to Law Murray of The Athletic that Leonard should be ready for training camp. Without Leonard, Paul George and James Harden must step up their scoring. Norman Powell and Ivica Zubac should see more minutes and shots in the future.

Tyrese Maxey

Tyrese Maxey had an outstanding game in Philadelphia’s loss to the Los Angeles Clippers. He made several key baskets and shot an efficient three-for-eight from long range. Maxey is averaging 25.6 points per game for them with 6.2 assists and 3.7 rebounds on an average year for this former Kentucky Wildcat.

Since December 1st, he has averaged just under 24 points per game in 10 games – not his best mark, but still impressive for such an ineffective shooter. Unfortunately, he has also struggled with shot selection.

Los Angeles Clippers currently boast the fourth-slowest pace-of-play in the NBA on the road this year, which should limit Maxey’s opportunities. Furthermore, their home team has allowed opposing starting point guards to attempt more three-point shots than any other beginning PG this season, providing Mo Bamba an ideal opportunity for scoring opportunities.

Kyle Lowry

Lowry was an All-Star point guard who led the Toronto Raptors to two Eastern Conference Finals while there before being traded to the Miami Heat and Charlotte Hornets before reaching a buyout with the Sixers. Although Lowry may not generate significant offers this summer in free agency, several championship contenders should show an interest.

Lowry was a valuable contributor for the 76ers during his brief stay, averaging 8.0 points and 4.6 assists over 28.4 minutes of playing time per game. Unfortunately, Lowry has seen his best years behind him and should only be considered an option in 16-team leagues.

Lowry spurned his team’s offensive struggles during the opening quarter with three three-pointers and four rebounds for four assists, providing invaluable contributions on offense for Philadelphia while becoming invaluable in deeper fantasy leagues.

James Harden

James Harden is a professional American basketball player representing the Los Angeles Clippers in the National Basketball Association (NBA). He has won three NBA scoring championships and has been selected four times as an All-Star, being chosen third overall in the 2009 NBA draft by the Oklahoma City Thunder.

He has earned two Olympic gold medals with the United States men’s national basketball team and participated multiple times in FIBA World Cup competitions.

Harden will return to face his former team for the first time since being traded to LA, likely drawing boos from Wells Fargo Center spectators, and it will be exciting to watch his reaction. Even so, this should give Harden a chance to show his improved play, especially since Philadelphia ranks second-lowest among NBA teams at allowing starting guards to make 5.3 free throws per game!