Asking a former superstar to step down from a role they are anticipating can lead to an unwanted acceptance, as ninety-nine percent of the time, they have been a starter for as long as they can remember. This usually hurts their ego, as they are confident in their abilities to start on any team in the association.
Russell Westbrook and Norman Powell did the opposite for the Clippers, choosing to prioritize winning over themselves and listening to head coach Tyronn Lue when he requested they find ways to contribute from the bench.
Moreover, the Clippers have certainly strengthened themselves by signing Bradley Beal, another former superstar, who is coming from a rollercoaster era with the Phoenix Suns.