Clippers might lack dominant vocal leader but have plenty of veteran voices

LOS ANGELES — It hardly mattered that Minnesota's lead had grown to double digits, or that the animated man in the sweatshirt passing along instructions was not even a coach, but a teammate.

Leandro Bolmaro, an Argentinian wing, didn't dare look away from Patrick Beverley. In only the few short weeks since the former Clippers guard had joined his new teammates, they had already learned to heed Beverley's communication style.

"No wasted words," Minnesota coach Chris Finch said. "He's very direct. He's right to the point. He'll tell you why.