Sources close to the situation confirm that Greek center Sofoklis Schortsanitis will be visiting with the Clippers in Los Angeles in what can best be characterized as a meet-and-greet. The trip is primarily an opportunity to introduce Schortsanitis, whose NBA rights belong to the Clippers, to Los Angeles and the organization’s principals.

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• Schortsanitis is under contract with Olympiacos through the end of the month.

Regardless of how you feel about the Celtics and Lakers, there’s no denying that those two clubs have established a winning formula that’s worthy of emulating. In past years the Clippers have never really been in a position to copy the formula due to a variety of reasons, but they head into this summer essentially starting from scratch. With one coach, two draft picks, and at least five free agents to sign, Neil Olshey can mold the Clippers however he would like to.

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