Baron Davis has officially signed with the Los Angeles Clippers for $65 million over five seasons. Davis opted out of his last year of his contract with the Golden State Warriors with what some called differences between him and head coach Don Nelson. Davis was owed $17 million in the final year if he didn't opt out. He has agreed to this contract which will pay him $13 million a season on average. Davis is only the fourth former All-Star to sign with the Clippers since 1984. The history of the Clippers' franchise has been filled with disappointments. They had a very successful season in the 2005-2006 season. They were eliminated in the second round of the Western Conference playoffs by the Phoenix Suns in Game 7. They were expected to contend after that season also but injuries and inconsistencies put them right back in a familiar position. The Clippers still have Elton Brand and Corey Maggette to try and resign. It is unlikely both will be resigned but Brand told the team he opted out to give the team financial flexibility. The Clippers are expecting Brand to resign with them now that they have Davis. Will Davis make the Clippers a better team? Is Davis overrated? Will the Clippers be able to bring in other players?
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