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Los Angeles Clippers Depth Chart Breakdown: Power Forward

By Jakob Ashlin

LOS ANGELES, CA - MARCH 10: Tobias Harris #34 of the Los Angeles Clippers shoots a jump shot as D.J. Augustin #14 of the Orlando Magic looks on during the second half of the NBA game between the Orlando Magic and the Los Angeles Clippers at Staples Center on March 10, 2018 in Los Angeles, California. The Clippers defeated the Magic 113-105. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Victor Decolongon/Getty Images)
LOS ANGELES, CA - MARCH 10: Tobias Harris #34 of the Los Angeles Clippers shoots a jump shot as D.J. Augustin #14 of the Orlando Magic looks on during the second half of the NBA game between the Orlando Magic and the Los Angeles Clippers at Staples Center on March 10, 2018 in Los Angeles, California. The Clippers defeated the Magic 113-105. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Victor Decolongon/Getty Images) /
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LOS ANGELES, CA – MARCH 27: Tobias Harris #34 of the LA Clippers handles the ball against the Milwaukee Bucks on March 27, 2018 at STAPLES Center in Los Angeles, California.  (Photo by Andrew D. Bernstein/NBAE via Getty Images)
LOS ANGELES, CA – MARCH 27: Tobias Harris #34 of the LA Clippers handles the ball against the Milwaukee Bucks on March 27, 2018 at STAPLES Center in Los Angeles, California.  (Photo by Andrew D. Bernstein/NBAE via Getty Images) /

The Starter

After being acquired by the Clippers as part of the Blake Griffin trade, Tobias Harris quickly established himself as the new face of the franchise.

Although he is not widely perceived as a star, Harris put up impressive averages across 32 games the Clippers (19.3 points, 6.0 rebounds, 41.4% from three) and has improved every season since he has been in the league. Considering Harris’ continued improvement and the fact that he is entering a contract season, it is not unreasonable to expect Harris to finally solidify himself as a star in this league.

Harris is known primarily for his scoring ability, but he made great strides as a passer last season. He averaged 3.1 assists per game during his time with the Clippers, which would have set a new career high.

With the Clippers, Harris was able to initiate the offense and handle the ball at a higher rate. He ran the pick and roll as the ball handler at a frequency of 15.9% of his plays with the Clippers, which is significantly higher than his 10.9% frequency during his 2016-17 season with the Pistons. This helped Harris further develop as passer and ball handler last season.

Harris is locked in as the team’s starting power forward going forward. If all goes well, he may even earn a max contract and become the superstar that the Clippers need.

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