Clippers’ Darius Garland still has a chip from Cleveland: ‘Yeah, 1,000%’

Los Angeles Clippers point guard Darius Garland stated he still carries a chip on his shoulder following his departure from the Cleveland Cavaliers. Speaking to Marc J. Spears of Andscape, the 26-year-old explained that public perception surrounding his recent career struggles and injuries has motivated him to return to an All-Star level as he enters his eighth NBA season.

Garland was traded to Los Angeles in February in exchange for James Harden after spending nearly seven seasons with Cleveland. Now healthy following offseason rehabilitation on his toes, Garland is taking on primary leadership duties for a retooling Clippers roster that features several new faces and will open the season without Brandon Ingram.