Veteran guard Shaun Livingston is still without a team after being waived by the Golden State Warriors on July 10. The former lottery pick has already won three championships and has redeemed himself as a reliable NBA player after a devastating knee injury threatened his career years back. There have been talks about Livingston potentially retiring, but for him, a stint with the Los Angeles Clippers would be a fitting conclusion to his career.
In an interview with Dave Reynolds of the Peoria Journal Star, Livingston said he plans to finish his career “the right way” by being a veteran mentor while getting at least a little playing time:
“At this point, it’s more about finishing my career the right way. Going to where the fit is right as far as what I can bring to the table. Coming in and helping a team from a leadership standpoint, helping mentor the young guys and playing spot minutes … I’m at the stage of my career where those are the things where I add the most value.”
Livingston then singled out the Clippers as a perfect fit:
“That would be awesome, the ideal fit. That would be a part of coming full circle. But it has to work on their end. If there’s a spot, an opportunity, that would probably make the most sense. There’s been some interest (on the Clippers’ part). It’s about whether they’re ready to pull the trigger.”
Livingston began his career with the Clippers after they made him the No. 4 pick in the 2004 NBA Draft. LA is now one of the best teams in the NBA following the acquisitions of Kawhi Leonard and Paul George. The Clippers also have a deep roster that includes veterans Lou Williams, Patrick Beverley, and Montrezl Harrell.
Livingston noted the Clippers have shown “some interest” in his services, but he's still waiting on an official offer.
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