This analysis aims to explain why the Los Angeles Clippers experienced a disappointing 2023-2024 season. While the assembling of four star players seemed like a recipe for championship success, the unfolding of the season revealed that talent alone could not secure victory. Rather, this outcome highlighted deeper issues in team cohesion and balance. Through this analysis, we explore the critical reasons behind the Clippers’ struggles, emphasizing the importance of team structure, depth, and strategy. This paper will provide an in-depth examination of the Clippers’ challenges, utilizing both traditional and advanced basketball metrics to explain the shortcomings in lineup performance, shooting efficiency, and bench depth. Ultimately, the Clippers’ journey illustrates a broader truth about the delicate balance required for sustained success in professional sports.

Junyu (Chris) Shu. The Numbers Behind the Collapse: A Data-Driven Analysis of the Clippers' 2023-2024 Season. Frontiers in Sport Research (2024) Vol. 6, Issue 6: 113-119. https://doi.org/10.25236/FSR.2024.060618.

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