  The Los Angeles Clippers recently acquired guard Kerry Kittles from the New Jersey Nets for a second round draft pick and cash considerations. “We’re excited to have him,” said Elton Brand before his annual basketball clinic for the youth of Peekskill on Aug. 7. “Kerry Kittles is a big shooter and a veteran player who's been to the finals twice. He knows how to win and how to play the right way. It’s what we need on this team.” In addition to Kittles, the Clippers should benefit from the experience of playing under coach Mike Dunleavy this past winter and having him back again this season. Dunleavy’s coaching history includes six playoff appearances, a trip to the NBA finals and a NBA coach of the year award. “He’s prepared for each and every game,” Brand said. “He’s a winning coach. I’m excited that we have a coach that can get us to the level where we can win.” “We want to get to the playoffs and get as far as we can. Our ultimate goal is to do what Detroit did this year (which was win an NBA title).” Mike Sabini-914-582-8703-msabini@mail.com 
