Kenneth Armstrong: I have most enjoyed watching Shai earn his way into the starting role and being surprised by his offensive output. I was very optimistic about him as a prospect, but I didn’t expect him to be so confident on offense. The poise he has around the rim and his midrange shooting proficiency have my imagination for what he can be — once he adds a quicker catch-and-shoot release — expanding by the day.
Davey Bales: From Boban Marjanovic’s emergence as clear-cut fan favorite to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s rapid ascent into the starting lineup and national conversation, there’s a lot to love about these new-look Clippers.