Although F Steve Novak will have to work his way into the rotation, as a shooter off the bench, he appeared in training camp to be the Clippers' best three-point shooting threat since Eric Piatkowski.
ANALYZING STARTERS: G Baron Davis, when healthy, is one of the NBA's premier point guards.
G Cuttino Mobley can still bang down a jumper and slash to the basket.
F Al Thornton is one of the most talented budding young stars in the league. His upside is unlimited.
F Marcus Camby's defensive prowess makes him a welcome addition to the team.
C Chris Kaman was a leading candidate for NBA Most Improved Player, until injuries derailed him last year.
ANALYZING KEY RESERVES:
F Tim Thomas spreads the floor with his long-range shooting ability and is an underrated post scorer.
G Eric Gordon could be a strong candidate for Rookie of the Year if he gets the appropriate minutes.
G Jason Hart is a wily, solid backup point guard who is the team's best on-the-ball perimeter defender.
G Ricky Davis can break open a game in a jiffy with his high-octane scoring ability.
C Paul Davis is an inside banger who was developing nicely last year. Then he blew out his knee.
MEDICAL REPORT:
G Baron Davis hopes to be ready for the season opener despite a partially torn ligament in his left ring finger. Davis was injured when he fell on his hand in practice Oct. 17.
G Eric Gordon has been limited during training camp because of a high ankle sprain. F/C Marcus Camby missed time due to the flu. Starting point guard Baron Davis missed an exhibition game due to the flu.
C Paul Davis has been monitored closely during training camp, with athletic trainer Jasen Powell keeping a close eye on Davis' right knee, which underwent surgical repair last December to repair a torn anterior cruciate ligament.
