Kawhi Leonard is back to lift Clippers’ expectations: ‘With him … we’re a different team.’
2 years, 1 month ago

Kawhi Leonard is back to lift Clippers’ expectations: ‘With him … we’re a different team.’

New York Times  

LOS ANGELES — After a pre-shootaround workout Thursday morning, the Clippers upgraded Kawhi Leonard from out to questionable, and later announced him as a starter against the Pistons. When asked when he knew Leonard would be coming back, Jackson responded, “When I heard, ‘At 6-foot-7, from the I.E., Kawhi Leonard.’ That’s when I knew, that’s when it was sure for me.” Kawhi Leonard got a huge pop pic.twitter.com/ghA9G829Zl — Law Murray 🚭 November 18, 2022 Well, fret not, Reggie Jackson. Thursday night also was Leonard’s lowest-scoring game overall since Feb. 19, 2015, when he missed 10 of 11 shots and scored only four points in a Spurs road loss to the Clippers. “I got to go out there and do what I can to win a basketball game in the minutes that I’m receiving,” Leonard said after his first game in 25 days. The Clippers starting lineup got off to a decent start, leading 9-8 with 6:13 left before Leonard subbed out for Terance Mann during the game’s first timeout.

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Kawhi Leonard competes in full-contact Clippers practice, inches toward playing
6 days, 13 hours ago

Kawhi Leonard competes in full-contact Clippers practice, inches toward playing

LA Times  

Clippers All-Star Kawhi Leonard participated in the “contact” part of practice for the first time this season on Wednesday, but coach Tyronn Lue said there still isn’t a timetable for the return of the team’s best player, who has been out all season as he manages a right knee injury. … He’s going to travel, yes, but he will not …

James Harden scores 41 as Clippers blow out Jazz amid optimism about Kawhi Leonard
1 week, 1 day ago

James Harden scores 41 as Clippers blow out Jazz amid optimism about Kawhi Leonard

LA Times  

Clippers guard James Harden, right, drives on Utah Jazz guard Collin Sexton in the first half of the Clippers 144-107 win Monday at the Intuit Dome. Before the Clippers’ 144-107 win over the Utah Jazz at the Intuit Dome on Monday night, Clippers coach Tyronn Lue was asked about the team’s practice plans for Leonard and whether he would join …

Clippers star Kawhi Leonard returns to practice in limited role
2 weeks ago

Clippers star Kawhi Leonard returns to practice in limited role

LA Times  

Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard last played in a game on April 26 in Game 3 of a playoff series against Dallas. But at the end of the day, we want what’s best for him.” It was Leonard’s first practice with the Clippers since last season as he recovers from a right knee injury. “He’s not playing this week,” Lue said, …

Clippers still don’t have a time frame for Kawhi Leonard’s return
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Clippers still don’t have a time frame for Kawhi Leonard’s return

LA Times  

Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard talks with coach Tyronn Lue on the sideline during a break in play. “So, when he completes that, then we’ll move on.” Lue didn’t say how many “boxes” Leonard had to cross out before he could play. “So, it’s actually really good for us, take advantage of it, get better,” Lue said. “We know when Kawhi …

Clippers fend off Stephen Curry-led Warriors comeback in thrilling victory
1 month ago

Clippers fend off Stephen Curry-led Warriors comeback in thrilling victory

LA Times  

Clippers guard James Harden shoots over Golden State Warriors forward Kyle Anderson during the first half of the Clippers’ 102-99 win at the Intuit Dome on Monday night. The top two sharpshooters in NBA history squared off Monday night — Clippers three-point king James Harden and Golden State long-distance wonder Stephen Curry — bringing a high level of excitement to …

James Harden reaches career milestone as Clippers defeat the Utah Jazz
1 month, 1 week ago

James Harden reaches career milestone as Clippers defeat the Utah Jazz

LA Times  

Clippers guard Amir Coffey goes up for a dunk as Utah’s Cody Williams defends in the first half. They did Sunday night, the Clippers defeating the Utah Jazz 116-105 at Intuit Dome, and in the process they saw James Harden reach a career milestone. The Clippers also got a lift from the return of center Mo Bamba, who had missed …

Clippers subjected Kawhi Leonard to ‘unsafe and illegal treatment,’ ex-trainer says
2 months ago

Clippers subjected Kawhi Leonard to ‘unsafe and illegal treatment,’ ex-trainer says

LA Times  

In 2021, an injured Kawhi Leonard looks on from the bench as the Clippers play the Golden State Warriors in San Francisco. The lawsuit says the Clippers began their pursuit of Leonard — using Shelton as an intermediary — in 2017, two years before Leonard joined the team. Following a devastating ankle injury for Leonard during the Western Conference finals …

Clippers coach has ‘no timetable’ for Kawhi Leonard but expects him to play this season
2 months, 1 week ago

Clippers coach has ‘no timetable’ for Kawhi Leonard but expects him to play this season

LA Times  

Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard sits on the bench in street clothes during a preseason game. Coach Tyronn Lue said he doesn’t expect Leonard to miss the season, “but I’m not a doctor, either.” Clippers coach Tyronn Lue doesn’t see any chance Kawhi Leonard will miss the upcoming season because of inflammation in his right knee, but the team has “no …

Clippers Aim to Keep Kawhi Leonard Healthy for Another Run to the Playoffs
2 months, 1 week ago

Clippers Aim to Keep Kawhi Leonard Healthy for Another Run to the Playoffs

Associated Press  

The Clippers will attempt to keep Kawhi Leonard healthy for a playoff run with the addition of Derrick Jones Jr., Nicolas Batum, and Kevin Porter Jr. The team will also open the season in their new arena, the Intuit Dome, in Inglewood. The biggest challenge for the Clippers will be managing Leonard's minutes and ensuring he remains fresh for the …

Clippers ‘checking the boxes’ with Kawhi’s Leonard’s rehab, but when will he return?
2 months, 1 week ago

Clippers ‘checking the boxes’ with Kawhi’s Leonard’s rehab, but when will he return?

LA Times  

Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard controls the ball against the Chicago Bulls in March. The Clippers played their first game at the Intuit Dome, their new home in Inglewood, in a preseason contest Monday night against the Dallas Mavericks, and they did so without Kawhi Leonard — again. The Clippers have one preseason game left to play, against the Sacramento Kings …

Clippers ‘not sure’ if Kawhi Leonard will be healthy by start of season
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Clippers ‘not sure’ if Kawhi Leonard will be healthy by start of season

LA Times  

Clippers star Kawhi Leonard, center, sits on the bench during a preseason game against the Brooklyn Nets in Oceanside on Tuesday. The Clippers aren’t sure whether Leonard will be healthy enough to play in the team’s regular-season opener Oct. 23. The Clippers finished practice Thursday at Intuit Dome and were preparing to leave for their preseason game against Portland in …

Clippers' Leonard: Optimism Despite Knee Concerns for Opening Night
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Clippers' Leonard: Optimism Despite Knee Concerns for Opening Night

Associated Press  

Kawhi Leonard is planning to be in the Los Angeles Clippers' lineup for opening night unless his balky right knee prevents him from inaugurating the team's new arena. The health of their superstar once again looms large after Leonard was limited to two postseason games last season because of inflammation in a knee that has been surgically repaired twice. He …

Clippers to limit Kawhi Leonard’s training camp work because of knee
3 months ago

Clippers to limit Kawhi Leonard’s training camp work because of knee

LA Times  

Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard, driving past Mavericks forward P.J. While Frank said the swelling has significantly decreased, the Clippers plan to take a cautious approach and limit Leonard’s activity during training camp. Clippers president of basketball operations Lawrence Frank said Tuesday that Kawhi Leonard will primarily be working on a cautious approach and limit Leonard’s activity during training camp. “He …

Clippers say they wanted Kawhi Leonard on US basketball team for Paris Olympics
5 months, 1 week ago

Clippers say they wanted Kawhi Leonard on US basketball team for Paris Olympics

Associated Press  

LAS VEGAS — The Los Angeles Clippers had no problem with Kawhi Leonard playing for the U.S. in the Paris Olympics this summer and wanted him to remain on the team, general manager Lawrence Frank said Monday. USA Basketball removed Leonard — whose NBA season was disrupted at the end because of a knee problem — from its roster last …

Lawrence Frank says Clippers are ‘disappointed’ Team USA replaced Kawhi Leonard
5 months, 1 week ago

Lawrence Frank says Clippers are ‘disappointed’ Team USA replaced Kawhi Leonard

LA Times  

Lawrence Frank, the Clippers’ president of basketball operations, reiterated Monday during a new conference in Las Vegas that it was Team USA’s decision to send Kawhi Leonard home last week and not have him participate in the Paris Olympics later this month. “It was USA’s call and I was, quite frankly, very disappointed with the decision,” Frank said. I expressed …

Kawhi Leonard no longer on USA men’s basketball Olympic team, replaced by Derrick White
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Kawhi Leonard no longer on USA men’s basketball Olympic team, replaced by Derrick White

CNN  

CNN — USA Basketball announced Wednesday that Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard no longer will be on the men’s basketball Olympic roster. However, he respects that USA Basketball and the Clippers determined it’s in his best interest to spend the remainder of the summer preparing for the upcoming season rather than participating in the Olympic Games in Paris.” Leonard …

Even without Kawhi Leonard, Team USA defeats Canada in exhibition
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Even without Kawhi Leonard, Team USA defeats Canada in exhibition

LA Times  

Before Team USA took the court to meet Canada in an exhibition game Wednesday night, the story of the day was about Kawhi Leonard being sent back to Los Angeles from training camp because he wasn’t healthy enough to compete in the Paris Olympics. “We just felt it was in our best interest, but also the Clippers’ and Kawhi’s best …

‘I took the time’: Clippers’ Kawhi Leonard is ready for Paris Olympics
5 months, 2 weeks ago

‘I took the time’: Clippers’ Kawhi Leonard is ready for Paris Olympics

LA Times  

Speaking to reporters for the first time since his postseason was cut short in the first round of the playoffs, Clippers star Kawhi Leonard said his injured knee was feeling good, allowing him to participate with Team USA in the upcoming Olympics. Though the knee issues that caused him to sit out the last three games of the Clippers’ series …

Clippers’ Kawhi Leonard impresses during workout in front of Team USA leaders
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Clippers’ Kawhi Leonard impresses during workout in front of Team USA leaders

LA Times  

Clippers star Kawhi Leonard prepares to shoot as he warms up before Game 2 of the playoff series against the Mavericks. After Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard’s workout in front of several proiminent individuals last Friday, they all left the session saying he is scheduled to report for Team USA training camp Friday in Las Vegas, according to people with knowledge …

Leonard’s health, contract extensions for George and Lue face Clippers with new arena move pending
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Leonard’s health, contract extensions for George and Lue face Clippers with new arena move pending

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — The Los Angeles Clippers are moving into their new arena in nearby Inglewood this summer. “I understand the skepticism of, ‘Hey, just this is another year where you haven’t had the group,’” Frank said Monday in his annual end-of-season remarks, “but I would guard against the cynicism because just because it’s happened doesn’t mean it’s always going …

Eliminated by Mavericks, Clippers have a number of offseason questions to address
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Eliminated by Mavericks, Clippers have a number of offseason questions to address

LA Times  

Clippers guard James Harden drives against Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving during the first half of the Clippers’ season-ending loss in Game 6 on Friday night. So Ballmer’s decision to talk to players after their season-ending loss meant “a lot” to the team, Lue said. I haven’t even thought about it.” The Clippers expect Lue to be the coach for a …

Clippers on brink of playoff elimination after losing Game 5 to Mavericks
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Clippers on brink of playoff elimination after losing Game 5 to Mavericks

LA Times  

The winner of Game 5 of the Western Conference first-round series Wednesday night was going to be one step away from advancing. “We just didn’t play well, all around,” Clippers coach Ty Lue said. And, so, we’ll be better for Game 6.” Game 6 is Friday night in Dallas, the same site where the Clippers won Game 4 on Sunday …

Kawhi Leonard ruled out for Clippers' Game 5 vs Mavericks
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Kawhi Leonard ruled out for Clippers' Game 5 vs Mavericks

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Kawhi Leonard will miss Game 5 of the Los Angeles Clippers’ tight first-round series against the Dallas Mavericks on Wednesday night due to right knee inflammation. Leonard missed Game 1 and Game 4 of the series after missing the final eight games of the regular season with right knee pain. AP AUDIO: Kawhi Leonard ruled out for …

Clippers’ James Harden has played his best with Kawhi Leonard sidelined
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Clippers’ James Harden has played his best with Kawhi Leonard sidelined

LA Times  

Guard James Harden stares up at the crowd in Dallas during the second half of Game 4, when he scored 12 of the Clippers’ last 16 points in the win that evened the best-of-seven playoff series. The score was tied 98-98 late in the fourth quarter Sunday, the Clippers’ once seemingly insurmountable 31-point lead over the Dallas Mavericks gone, when …

Kawhi Leonard ruled out with knee issue as Clippers win without him again to even series with Mavs
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Kawhi Leonard ruled out with knee issue as Clippers win without him again to even series with Mavs

Associated Press  

DALLAS — Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard was ruled out of Sunday’s Game 4 of a first-round series against the Dallas Mavericks, with no timetable for his return from right knee inflammation. “When you watch him play, it was very obvious that is not Kawhi Leonard,” team president Lawrence Frank said before the game, calling the injury “tricky.” Frank …

James Harden closes Game 4 victory as Clippers even series with Mavericks
7 months, 3 weeks ago

James Harden closes Game 4 victory as Clippers even series with Mavericks

LA Times  

James Harden scored 13 of the Clippers’ final 18 points in a Game 4 win over the Mavericks on Sunday afternoon in Dallas. And so, it’s pretty simple for me.” Perhaps, but the game turned tenuous when the Clippers’ big lead turned into a 105-104 deficit with 2:14 left after Kyrie Irving scored over three Clippers’ defenders. “He’s extremely disappointed …

Clippers’ Kawhi Leonard questionable for Game 4 vs. Mavericks
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Clippers’ Kawhi Leonard questionable for Game 4 vs. Mavericks

LA Times  

Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard, trying to cut off a drive by Mavericks guard Luka Doncic, played less than 25 minutes during Game 3 on Friday. Kawhi Leonard eased his way onto the American Airlines Center court Saturday afternoon, his sneakers in hand and a thin white device on his swollen right knee that has left the Clippers’ best player listed …

Kawhi Leonard, Clippers struggle again in Game 3 loss to the Mavericks
7 months, 4 weeks ago

Kawhi Leonard, Clippers struggle again in Game 3 loss to the Mavericks

LA Times  

Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard, trying to drive past Mavericks forward P.J. Leonard was listed as questionable because of right knee inflammation for Game 3, and though he started Friday night, he rarely looked sharp during the Clippers’ 101-90 loss to the Dallas Mavericks at American Airlines Center. Leonard said his knee “just didn’t respond the way we wanted” after he …

Clippers glad to have Kawhi Leonard back, but will he play more in Game 3?
7 months, 4 weeks ago

Clippers glad to have Kawhi Leonard back, but will he play more in Game 3?

LA Times  

Clippers star Kawhi Leonard drives past Dallas guard Kyrie Irving during the Clippers’ loss in Game 2 of their first-round playoff series against the Mavericks on Tuesday. Lue said Leonard didn’t have any issues with his knee after playing 34:55 in Game 2 of the Western Conference playoffs Tuesday against the Dallas Mavericks. So now, the question is whether Lue …

Rusty Kawhi Leonard returns to the Clippers’ lineup in 96-93 loss to Luka Doncic and the Mavericks
8 months ago

Rusty Kawhi Leonard returns to the Clippers’ lineup in 96-93 loss to Luka Doncic and the Mavericks

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — A rusty Kawhi Leonard had 15 points and seven rebounds in his return for the Los Angeles Clippers, but he couldn’t prevent their 96-93 loss to the Dallas Mavericks in their Western Conference first-round playoff series. Just keep trying to get a rhythm back.” Leonard wasn’t under a minutes restriction; instead, Tyronn Lue gauged how his superstar …

Clippers need a better version of Kawhi Leonard to win Game 3
8 months ago

Clippers need a better version of Kawhi Leonard to win Game 3

LA Times  

Kawhi Leonard loses control of the ball while guarded by Luka Doncic in Game 2. The Clippers lost Game 2 to the Dallas Mavericks Tuesday night at Crypto.com Arena and in the process lost the home-court advantage in the Western Conference best-of-seven playoff series that’s now tied at 1-1. “Win Game 3,” Lue said late Tuesday night after his crew’s …

Column: Despite Game 2 loss, Clippers clearly need Kawhi Leonard to have any title hopes
8 months ago

Column: Despite Game 2 loss, Clippers clearly need Kawhi Leonard to have any title hopes

LA Times  

The Clippers’ Kawhi Leonard is introduced at the start of Tuesday’s game against the Dallas Mavericks at Crypto.com Arena. Asked about where he was from a conditioning standpoint, Leonard replied, “It’s my first game in like 20-something days, but I don’t know. “The last few weeks, I haven’t been on the floor, so last couple days, it felt great and …

Kawhi Leonard returns but Clippers drop Game 2 to the Mavericks
8 months ago

Kawhi Leonard returns but Clippers drop Game 2 to the Mavericks

LA Times  

They finally are whole, the return of Kawhi Leonard from right knee inflammation that kept the Clippers’ best player out for 23 days making them complete. But for the Clippers to defeat the Dallas Mavericks again in a Western Conference playoff series, Leonard was going to need his teammates to carry most of the weight until he gets his game …

Stopping Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving at forefront of Clippers’ Game 2 strategy
8 months ago

Stopping Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving at forefront of Clippers’ Game 2 strategy

LA Times  

Dallas Mavericks star Luka Doncic, right, controls the ball during the Clippers’ Game 1 win at Crypto.com Arena on Sunday. The final stats from Dallas’ dynamic backcourt of Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving from Game 1 of the playoffs Sunday told one story of how they performed at a high level with a combined 64 points, but the defense the …

Column: Missing Kawhi Leonard almost cost Clippers in Game 1
8 months ago

Column: Missing Kawhi Leonard almost cost Clippers in Game 1

LA Times  

Clippers star Kawhi Leonard missed his nonth consecutive game on Sunday. As well as James Harden played in the first half, as big as Paul George came up in a two-minute stretch midway through the fourth quarter, the Clippers were missing something. Clippers Without Kawhi Leonard, Clippers handle Mavericks in Game 1 All-Star forward Kawhi Leonard missed his ninth straight …

Without Kawhi Leonard, Clippers handle Mavericks in Game 1
8 months ago

Without Kawhi Leonard, Clippers handle Mavericks in Game 1

LA Times  

Clippers guard James Harden celebrates with Paul George after scoring against the Mavericks in Game 1 on Sunday. The inflammation in Kawhi Leonard’s right knee kept him out of the Clippers’ playoff opener against the Dallas Mavericks. And so Paul George, James Harden and the rest of Clippers coach Tyronn Lue’s group had to press forward without their best player. …

Clippers facing prospect of no Kawhi Leonard in playoff opener against Luka Doncic and Mavericks
8 months ago

Clippers facing prospect of no Kawhi Leonard in playoff opener against Luka Doncic and Mavericks

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — It’s playoff time in the NBA, and the Los Angeles Clippers have four potential Hall of Famers on their roster. “They’re going to score the basketball,” Clippers guard James Harden said, “but make it as difficult as you can possession by possession.” The Clippers took two of three from Dallas this season. “I think we’re good when …

Kawhi Leonard’s status still uncertain day before Clippers’ playoff opener
8 months ago

Kawhi Leonard’s status still uncertain day before Clippers’ playoff opener

LA Times  

Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard last played in a game March 31 before inflammation in his right knee forced him to sit out the last eight regular-season games. Leonard’s teammate, Paul George, in his session with reporters before Saturday’s practice, said, “I do think at some point he’ll be with us.” Lue was asked for some clarity on the inflammation in …

Ty Lue says Clippers preparing as if Kawhi Leonard will play in Game 1, but can he?
8 months, 1 week ago

Ty Lue says Clippers preparing as if Kawhi Leonard will play in Game 1, but can he?

LA Times  

Clippers coach Tyronn Lue is hoping Kawhi Leonard will be in the lineup to start the NBA playoffs. “We’ll let you know tomorrow.” Lue said Leonard looked “OK” during practice Tuesday. “No five-on-five,” Lue said about what Leonard didn’t do at practice. Thank you.” When Norman Powell was asked about how Leonard looked in practice, his response was to “ask …

Kawhi Leonard practices with Clippers, but status for Game 1 is unclear
8 months, 1 week ago

Kawhi Leonard practices with Clippers, but status for Game 1 is unclear

LA Times  

Clippers star Kawhi Leonard sat out eight consecutive games at the end of the regular season and it’s unclear if he’ll be ready to play in the first-round playoff series opener Sunday. “But he’s going to be a part of practice.” Lue was asked how much Leonard could participate. Leonard is the Clippers’ best player, has won two NBA championships …

Clippers prepare for playoffs by resting starters in loss to Rockets
8 months, 1 week ago

Clippers prepare for playoffs by resting starters in loss to Rockets

LA Times  

Kawhi Leonard sat on the Clippers bench Sunday once again dressed in a sweatsuit, right next to Paul George, who was next to James Harden, the team’s three stars not playing in the final regular-season game before the team begins the playoffs. “He’s not playing today,” Clippers coach Tyronn Lue said before his team’s 116-105 loss to the Rockets in …

Clippers will face Mavericks in first round, but will Kawhi Leonard play?
8 months, 1 week ago

Clippers will face Mavericks in first round, but will Kawhi Leonard play?

LA Times  

Clippers guard Amir Coffey puts up a shot during a 110-109 loss to the Utah Jazz at Crypto.com Arena on Friday night. With the Dallas Mavericks losing to the Detroit Pistons, the Clippers already knew before their 110-109 loss to the Utah Jazz that they had clinched the fourth seed in the Western Conference and will play the Mavericks in …

Without Kawhi Leonard, Clippers end trip on disappointing note
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Without Kawhi Leonard, Clippers end trip on disappointing note

LA Times  

Clippers guard Norman Powell, who started in place of Kawhi Leonard, shoots over De’Aaron Fox in the first half. More so, Kings center Domantas Sabonis was a force the Clippers couldn’t stop, his all-around play leaving him one assist from a triple-double with 22 points, 20 rebounds and nine assists. Lue said they “hope” Leonard can return to play Thursday …

Kawhi Leonard to miss game against Kings because of sore knee
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Kawhi Leonard to miss game against Kings because of sore knee

LA Times  

Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard returned to Los Angeles on Monday to receive treatment on his sore right knee. Clippers All-Star forward Kawhi Leonard has a sore right knee and will miss the game Tuesday night against the Sacramento Kings, coach Tyronn Lue told reporters at the team’s shoot-around earlier in the day. “But yesterday was when we found out.” Lue …

Kawhi Leonard, Paul George make key shots late in Clippers’ win over Magic
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Kawhi Leonard, Paul George make key shots late in Clippers’ win over Magic

LA Times  

Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard, right, tries to block a layup by Magic forward Paolo Banchero during the first half Friday night in Orando, Fla. Kawhi Leonard and Paul George hit decisive jump shots in the final seconds to lead the Clippers to a 100-97 win over the Orlando Magic on Friday night. Coming down the stretch, keeping our composure, coming …

Kawhi Leonard leaves Clippers’ loss early because of back spasms
9 months, 1 week ago

Kawhi Leonard leaves Clippers’ loss early because of back spasms

LA Times  

Minnesota’s Anthony Edwards gets a pass off in front of Clippers Ivica Zubac, left, and Kawhi Leonard in the first quarter. It was one thing for the Clippers to lose forward Kawhi Leonard to back spasms that forced him to leave Crypto.com Arena on Tuesday night, but what upset Coach Ty Lue the most was how his team wasn’t “being …

Kawhi Leonard helps Clippers erase 20-point deficit, rally for road win over Rockets
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Kawhi Leonard helps Clippers erase 20-point deficit, rally for road win over Rockets

LA Times  

The Clippers’ Kawhi Leonard drives toward the basket under pressure from the Rockets’ Dillon Brooks on Wednesday in Houston. Kawhi Leonard had 28 points, and Paul George and James Harden each scored 21 as the Clippers rallied for a 122-116 win over the Houston Rockets on Wednesday night. “Credit to them because they do have three really good scorers that …

Kawhi Leonard, Norman Powell lead Clippers to win over Timberwolves
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Kawhi Leonard, Norman Powell lead Clippers to win over Timberwolves

LA Times  

Clippers guard Norman Powell, attempting a driving layup over Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert, finished with 24 points off the bench during a victory Sunday in Minneapolis. “On the road, scoring 89 points, shooting 38% from the field and to come out with a win against a very good team, just says a lot about your ballclub.” Kawhi Leonard was up …

LeBron James rallies Lakers from 21 down in the fourth to stun the Clippers
9 months, 3 weeks ago

LeBron James rallies Lakers from 21 down in the fourth to stun the Clippers

LA Times  

LeBron James’ tongue wagged after he glided from right to left to bank in a runner off one foot. “He,” D’Angelo Russell said, “did him.” In the final Hallway Series showdown Wednesday between the Lakers and the Clippers — unless the Crypto.com Arena co-tenants meet in the playoffs — the NBA’s all-time leading scorer ensured the meeting wouldn’t be forgettable …

'Not Tearing My ACL:’ Kawhi Leonard's Witty Response After Being Asked on his Increased Availability for the LA Clippers
9 months, 3 weeks ago

'Not Tearing My ACL:’ Kawhi Leonard's Witty Response After Being Asked on his Increased Availability for the LA Clippers

News 18  

Kawhi Leonard has been the Los Angeles Clippers’ main man ever since he was traded from the Toronto Raptors in 2019. Kawhi Leonard on the reasons behind his much-improved availability this season: “Not tearing my ACL and my meniscus.”Makes sense. pic.twitter.com/GqgWxY1fBm — HoopsHype February 26, 2024 A reporter asked Leonard, “What goes into you being available for so many of …

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