# Why Losing John Collins IS NOT A Big Deal For The LA Clippers

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Podcast: [Locked On Clippers - Daily Podcast On The LA Clippers](https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-clippers-daily-podcast-on-the-la-clippers-1027483)
Published: 2026-07-02T16:21:32+00:00
Episode link: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-clippers/
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Los Angeles Clippers retool after John Collins heads to the Detroit Pistons and Kawhi Leonard is shipped to the Toronto Raptors. Can Brandon Ingram and Darius Garland emerge as this new-look squad’s stars, or are the Clippers headed for a rebuild year? The conversation focused on tough roster decisions, highlighting why Collins’ defensive struggles and lack of physicality made his exit less damaging than expected. A key theme that emerged was the Clippers’ strategy to bolster their defense, featuring Kris Dunn’s role, Derrick Jones Jr.’s impact, and Benedict Mathurin’s upside as a potential sixth man. The discussion explored starting lineup options, the importance of defensive versatility, and the need for a bigger forward off the bench—raising the question: will the Clippers’ new core keep them playoff-relevant without Kawhi?

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