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The Kings needed Iman Shumpert then. Here’s why Harrison Barnes is what they need now

Leadership is an unmistakable quality in an NBA locker room, but it doesn’t always look or sound the same.

Iman Shumpert has a unique sense of fashion. He moonlights as a rapper. He always made sure the music was bumping in the Kings’ clubhouse.

Shumpert coined popular expressions, loudly announced the team’s arrival — “Scores is here” — and came to the arena in wild outfits, like camouflage pants with a neon-green shirt, a black leather jacket, a red beanie and high-top sneakers.

Harrison Barnes is different. He’s quieter and more conservative in his appearance, far more likely to show up with a sport coat over a nice turtleneck or, perhaps, a sensible sweater.