The Clippers, despite losing Paul George to the Philadelphia 76ers and managing Kawhi Leonard's injuries, defied preseason expectations by securing a 50-32 record and a fifth seed in the Western Conference. However, their playoff aspirations fell short against the Denver Nuggets in a Game 7 loss, leading to frustration within the team. Coach Tyronn Lue expressed disappointment, emphasizing that a successful regular season is overshadowed by playoff exits.

Key players like James Harden and Norman Powell had standout seasons yet faced scrutiny after underperforming in critical moments. Harden's future hangs in the balance with a player option looming, while Powell's breakout performance may lead to contract negotiations. The team is now looking toward the offseason, where they aim to build on their defensive strength and fine-tune their roster.