US reporter: The new season is the Clippers’ best chance to win the championship in years. Harden has become the team’s vocal leader

Yesterday, American reporter Michael Hanich wrote an article about the Clippers in the new season.

Michael Hanich said that in the eyes of fans and the media, no player has attracted more attention than forward Leonard because he has won championships with other teams. James Harden has always been the face and star player of the team, but now he has taken on a second or third role.

When Harden was traded to the Clippers shortly after the 2023-2024 season, he was not asked to become the team's leader. This season, however, he will shoulder that responsibility.

The 36-year-old Harden no longer has much time to play like an All-Star and compete for an NBA championship. Thanks to their aggressive offseason signings, this season is the Clippers' best chance at winning a championship in years. Leonard needs to stay healthy and play most of the regular season and playoffs, while Harden needs to lead the Clippers to the end.

Harden once said: "Not only that, we must have a very good start. The Western Conference we are in is very competitive. At the end of the regular season, we want to put ourselves in a good position to achieve good results in the playoffs. So for us, a good start is very important. And it all starts with Leonard and I."

Harden's words show that he has not only integrated into the Clippers, but has become the team's vocal leader. Leonard is a quiet but supportive player in the locker room, but the Clippers need more. They believe Harden is the guy who can fill that need.