Lue wants to save Harden's energy for the playoffs.
Tyronn Lue stated at the Los Angeles Clippers' media day on Monday that the coaching staff has a plan to reduce James Harden's work load in the coming season, with the hope that doing so will save him some energy for the playoffs come April. Lue believes the team is in a position to make this decision given the good health of Kawhi Leonard, as well as the other additions the front office was able to make in the offseason.