Kawhi Leonard’s Injury Update
Kawhi Leonard, the forward for the Los Angeles Clippers, is set to miss the last two matchups of the team’s ongoing road trip, primarily due to swelling in his knee. This decision follows Leonard’s absence during Friday’s narrow victory over the Toronto Raptors, where he was sidelined by a right ankle sprain.
According to NBA insider Chris Haynes, the new knee concern in his left leg has raised significant alarm, prompting the organization to send Leonard back for medical treatment.
He is scheduled for an evaluation when the team returns to Los Angeles on January 21.
Leonard’s Impact on the Team
At 34 years old, Leonard has been a pivotal player in driving the team’s recent strong performance, averaging an impressive 32.7 points, 6.9 rebounds, and 3.8 assists during his last 13 games—out of which the Clippers won 11. His absence was felt but not insurmountable, as the Clippers managed to secure a 121-117 overtime victory against the Raptors on January 16, raising their overall season record to 18-23.
Season Performance Highlights
Throughout this season, Leonard has been delivering a career-best performance, scoring an average of 28.2 points per game while maintaining a shooting accuracy of 49.7% from the field and hitting 94.1% of his free throws. This report first appeared in USA TODAY, outlining the ongoing challenges faced by the Clippers amidst Leonard’s health issues.
