I've always been very optimistic and I still am.  I even bet 6 Ruths Kris steaks that the Clippers were making the playoffs.  However, behind the optimism there is always that nagging concern, "will Clipper Time strike us again?"

The preseason showed a lot of promise, however there were concerns many of us pointed out, but were afraid to fully admit.

Camby has missed all the games due to his heel. 
Baron Davis played one game and is now out 4-6 weeks due to potentially rupturing the tendon in his finger.
Kaman 2.0 has yet to give an appearance.

The season hasn't even begun and we are already injury plagued. 

Let's hope this season doesn't become like those past.  High hopes, only to be let down due to the curse.