Steve Ballmer has been eager to evaluate the job Doc Rivers does this season merely serving as head coach of the Los Angeles instead of his dual role as team president, especially with more limited talent.

In the offseason, the Clippers elevated Lawrence Frank while also bringing in the likes of Jerry West and Michael Winger to improve their front office.

After dealing with a number of injuries, the Clippers have been playing well with a makeshift set of rotations. The Clippers haven't seriously entertained thoughts of making a major midseason change of their roster.