The cautionary tale of the Clippers

Photo by Meg Oliphant/Getty ImagesWhen we were kids, stories of the boy who cried wolf or Little Red Riding Hood were regular fables shared during circle time at pre-k or at home before bed. They were parables that acted as cautionary tales, teaching us morals while instilling important life lessons at an early age. As we continue to grow, we find new, exemplary stories in movies and music, as they help shape our understanding of the world and how to succeed in it.

Basketball’s no different. From draft busts (we’re looking at you, Anthony Bennett) to poor roster construction (where’s the wizardry, Washington?), there’s always teaching moments with struggling franchises around the league.…