Overview

• Lawrence Frank confirmed that Harden spent over 30 minutes on the phone with Beal’s agent, Mark Bartelstein, to explain how the guard would thrive in Tyronn Lue’s system.
• Beal joined the Clippers on a two-year, $11 million contract with a player option next season, following his buyout from the Phoenix Suns.
• Beal’s agent spent hours vetting his injury history with Maggie Bryant and Jesse Phillips to address concerns over his recent hamstring and lower-body issues.
• The organization plans to emphasize ballhandling and playmaking with a veteran-led backcourt to relieve pressure on its core and prepare for tough Western Conference matchups.
• The Clippers remain in active discussions to sign former guard Chris Paul, which would add another veteran playmaker to their rotation.