In Game 7 of their first-round playoff series, the Los Angeles Clippers faced a significant defeat against the Denver Nuggets, losing 120-101, raising questions about the future of their star duo, Kawhi Leonard and James Harden. Coach Tyronn Lue expressed his commitment to keeping Leonard and Harden together, believing they could excel as a team over a full season. Despite the loss, Leonard acknowledged the Nuggets’ performance but felt the Clippers could have put forth a better effort, highlighting a disappointing postseason for the team.

