Where would the Clippers be without Chris Kaman?  They would probably be battling the Timberwolves for the worst record in the league considering all of the injuries they have had.  Kaman has played in 30 games so far this season and he is averaging 39.7 minutes, 18.0 points, 14.0 rebounds, 2.1 assists and 2.9 blocked shots per game.   Kaman is the best center in the Western Conference right now and it’s not even a close call.

Rookie power forward Al Thornton was thrust into big minutes due to the injury to Elton Brand and he hasn’t responded well yet. Thornton has played in 23 games so far this season and he is averaging 16.8 minutes, 7.1 points, 3.2 rebounds and 0.3 assists per game. His problem has been his shooting as he is only hitting 39.5% from the floor, 36% from three point range and 64.6% from the free throw line. He will likely only increase his playing time if his shooting improves soon.