Tonight, on NBA TV, the LA Clippers play their first home matchup of the season versus the Los Angeles Lakers, known as ‘The Battle of L.A.’ Tyronn Lue’s job has seemed safe, but Clippers’ insider, Law Murray, reported mid-day yesterday that if competitiveness is not seen, Steve Ballmer could announce the matter at hand.
Why does Ballmer reportedly feel like the long-awaited moment is now? After 21 losses and one that has already occurred to the Lakers, why is the wealthy team owner eying up tonight’s contest as Lue’s last straw?
It is simple; the Battle of L.