Guys like Kawhi Leonard, Norman Powell, and Ben Simmons continue to miss time, leaving most of the responsibility to fall on Harden. Luckily for the Clippers, they are starting to get some of their key pieces back.

Clippers guard Ben Simmons will miss another week with a knee injury that’s already cost him five straight games, as relayed by coach Tyronn Lue. Simmons was bought out by the Nets last month and then promptly signed with the Clippers.

After a grueling slump, the LA Clippers have woken up to win three consecutive games heading into a road matchup against the New Orleans Pelicans on Tuesday night. A huge concern for the Clippers this season has been their health,