Ivica Zubac’s Struggles Leave Clippers with Regret
Despite a slow start to the season, the Los Angeles Clippers are reportedly regretting a key offseason decision involving their center, Ivica Zubac. The franchise chose to keep the Croatian player rather than include him in a rumored blockbuster trade for Kevin Durant.
Although Zubac’s age and potential for strong future seasons were factors in keeping him, his performance this year has been underwhelming. The expectation had been that any early slump would be temporary, but his drop in physical presence and reduced rebounding have made a noticeable impact on the team’s overall play.
In contrast, Kevin Durant has flourished since joining the Houston Rockets. At 37 years old, his offensive consistency has remained steady, proving once again why he is considered among the most versatile scorers in NBA history. This has made the Clippers’ decision to pass on the trade even more difficult to justify.
In June, journalist Jake Fischer from “The Stein Line” reported that the Phoenix Suns had shown interest in acquiring 28-year-old Ivica Zubac, but the Clippers insisted on keeping him in Los Angeles.
Summary
The Clippers now face the consequences of keeping Zubac instead of landing Durant, as their center’s decline contrasts sharply with the veteran’s success in Houston.