You hear that?

That’s the sound of the 72 Los Angeles Clipper fans jumping off the bandwagon and preparing for a 34-48 season.

Elton Brand, after assuring Clippers management and fans that he would sign with Los Angeles, agreed to a 5-year, $80 million deal with the Philadelphia 76ers.

Never, ever, ever, ever trust an athlete’s word.

You can forget all that talk about the Clippers being a threat in the Western Conference.

Oh, and if you thought they could resign Corey Maggette, he’s headed to Golden State.

General manager Donald Sterling strikes again.

Baron, back out of your verbal agreement and leave while you can.

Don’t sign on the dotted line!

(AP Photo/Gus Ruelas)