This is my prediction for Clippers' 08-09 record. Here's why:

     Kamen 2.6: Develops year-long consistency and less of labrador demeanor  while providing  strong  post play and  defense in the middle.  15  pts,  11  reb, nearly 3  blkx

     Camby: Smart player adjusts to new teammates in complimentary fashion with solid team defense in middle, rebounding, blocking shots, providing passing-offense as needed and leadership. 8 pts, 10 rebs, nearly 3 blks.

    B.Davis: All-star play from L.A. native is key to season turn-around, and he brings intangible component to make offense click in fast-break and half court, providing Clippers with floor leader its never had except one year of Sammy. 20 pts, 7 assist, 5 rebs.

    Mobley: With better teammates, savvy veteran rises to occasion with leadership in preseason in developing on-and-off-court chemistry to make this experiment work while adding solid play on courth.  10 pts.

    Thorton: While B. Davis play is major key to season in addition to other players performing in their roles, Thorton is second most important player in season turn-around. I'm optimistic AT ups game in second year with better teammates, a year of experience, and does not fail to disappoint with MUCH bigger role. Relex, AT, and just play. 15 pts.

    R.Davis: First man off bench, Dynamite sixth-man type player rejuvenates Clippers bench with many buckets scored in variety of exciting fashion from 3's to dunks. 10 pts

   J. Williams: Veteran directs second unit with poise, leadership to keep offensive scoring.  Brings unselfish passing, teamwork that jells 2nd unit of TT, RD, etc, together, when played together. 6 pts, 4 assists

 T. Thomas:Here's hoping, wishing for TT of 3 years ago who shot Clips out of Western Conference Championship... here's hoping, wishing for Tin Man to find a heart to go with athletic-basketball ability. JW and BD will help TT find the heart for improved, yet not stellar play off bench. 3 pt. touch returns! Grab  some rebounds, TT, play with purpose, and  we're  past the first round. Because of expected on consistent performance from 7 previous players,  I call TT my third key to turn-around season.  7 pts, 4 rebs

 B. Skinner: Can't underrate tenacious, physicality in post and practice to improvement in Clippers. In practice, he helps Kamen develop more toughness, which translates to better Kamen in games. 3 pts, 3 rebs

 B. Gordon: New man in league will take time to impact team, yet BD once again will bring best out of BG with his mentoring rooking. Confident BG, when gets comfortable, will provide flashes of offense.  8 pts,

 S.Novak: Guy can shoot. That's good for team with BKnight, QRoss, JPowel on court last year. Fills in admirably whenever, however. Good team player. 3pts

  Jordan: I'd like to say look out for former projected lottery big man! Offense will be rough, yet all he needs do is rebound, play D and he will impact team. Keep practicing for bigger, future impact. 1 pts.

 Any other players, I guess, have not made my radar.

 46 - 36 is good for Clippers making playoffs...as long as MD puts focus on team winning with defense. BD and co. can take care of offense with freer style of play on offense than past, if MD loosens grip a tad.

  What do you guys think?????????