The LA Clippers made the shocking decision to retain Brook Lopez, and early in the year, he is backing them up.
Iliyan Lakhani of Clipperholics argues that Brook Lopez's strong start to the season is vindicating the LA Clippers' decision to exercise his team option. The 38-year-old center opened the campaign with 17 points and 11 rebounds against the Sacramento Kings, followed by a 22-point, three-block performance on 8-of-9 shooting against the Los Angeles Lakers.
Lakhani notes that retaining Lopez was questioned after he averaged just 8.5 points and 3.6 rebounds last season. However, the writer contends that Lopez has become a key focal point on offense while continuing to provide crucial rim protection and floor spacing.
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