Take a look at the LA Clippers’ marketing this season. “Driven over given.” “We over me.” “Streetlights over spotlights”. While it does somewhat encapsulate the rivalry between the Clippers and Los Angeles Lakers, it also rings true for Patrick Beverley. Beverley may not be the most talked-about guy in Los Angeles or even on his own team but he very well may be the difference between the Clippers winning or losing an NBA championship.
No, he’s not a traditional superstar. He won’t fill up highlight reels unless he’s arguing or matched up on someone much, much bigger.