Clippers Bounce Back to .500 Record After Early Season Struggles

James Harden's Arrival and Lineup Changes by Coach Tyronn Lue Drive Turnaround

The LA Clippers have reached a 10-10 record, marking a significant improvement after a rough start to the season.
James Harden, acquired in a trade, has been instrumental in the team's turnaround, with the Clippers going 7-3 since his arrival.
Coach Tyronn Lue has made significant changes to the lineup, including moving Russell Westbrook to the bench and fading P.J. Tucker out of the rotation in favor of rookie Kobe Brown.
The Clippers have shown a strong defensive performance, ranking as the NBA's second-best defense since the starting lineup change.
The team's recent victories include wins against the last two NBA champions, demonstrating their potential despite early season struggles.