It’s 2019, and if the playoffs started today, the Clippers would have homecourt in Round 1. Not the worst start to the new year, even if the Clippers’ play has left a lot to be desired. The starters continue to come off sluggish to start halves, with the bench trying to pick up the pieces. It’s been hard to be particularly hyped about the team but they’re still chugging along, and even when they fall behind against good teams, they have fought back until the final horn. The team has been recently buoyed by the strong play of Patrick Beverley and (surprise!