The quick start from James Harden and Norman Powell, combined with the late finish from Kawhi Leonard and Ivica Zubac, laid the foundation for the LA Clippers' historically dominant end to the 2024-25 regular season. No matter what was ahead, these four were the glue of the locker room that helped the team maintain composure.
Outside of the foundation were Tyronn Lue, Jeff Van Gundy, Brian Shaw, and others, who proved why they are employed as coaches for one of the winningest teams of the 21st century in one of the top markets in the world: Los Angeles.