If the latest rumors prove to be accurate, there’s reason to believe that the LA Clippers could emerge as dark horse contenders in the Western Conference. Once it was clear that the LA Clippers were going to move past the Paul George experience during the offseason, and that the team would make a massive move to find his replacement, it was only natural to expect a bit of a step back from the team this season. However, at least through the first quarter-plus of the regular season, that’s not exactly what has taken place with the Clippers.