It isn't easy being a Clipper.

Think about it.

The Clippers' door has been a revolving nightmare, thrusting out such players as Maurice Taylor, Ron Harper, Loy Vaught, Mark Jackson, Danny Manning, Rodney Rogers, Brent Barry, Bo Outlaw, Malik Sealy ...

It goes on, and the parade, created by owner Don Sterling's reluctance to part with the necessary paychecks, works on current minds.

Such as those in the heads of Elton Brand, Michael Olowokandi, Corey Maggette and Jeff McInnis.

These stars all can either get nice extensions this summer or brand new contracts.

The anxiety has created some problems.