Even with the Clippers acquiring transcendent stars Kawhi Leonard and Paul George over the summer, Beverley’s role as one of the team’s leaders does not diminish. In order to have the right influence on his teammates, Beverley said he had to work on “my mind” over the summer. I think that comes a lot with making sure you’re growing and that’s behavior again.”In two-plus seasons together, Clippers coach Doc Rivers has watched Beverley blossom. “There is the human step now, and I think in the long run that will help with his game as well. I’ve learned over the years that the more I mature as a man, the more my game matures and it trickles down.”

Source: Los Angeles Times October 15, 2019 20:03 UTC