INGLEWOOD, Calif. – Kawhi Leonard did not participate in the Los Angeles Clippers’ last regular season game against the Golden State Warriors on Sunday night.
Leonard averaged 27.9 points, 6.4 rebounds, and 3.6 assists, career-high figures, during a largely healthy season, in which he played his second-most games as a Clipper. He played 68 games two seasons ago, after being limited to 37 in 2024-25 due to injuries.He’s been dealing with some things the last few weeks with his wrist and ankle. We thought it would be smart to have him as close to 100% as possible.
Tyronn Lue, Clippers coach
Despite Leonard’s absence, Lue was satisfied with his presence on the team in the last game, as the Clippers broke a two-game losing streak.Being healthy, being able to play in back-to-back games, being able to carry this team when we’re down. I’m glad he’s been able to get back on the court in a lot of games this year.
Tyronn Lue, Clippers coach
The absence of Leonard in game 82 does not affect his ability to compete for postseason honors, including All-NBA. He is among those who have just entered, which includes Victor Wembanyama and Evan Mobley, who met the requirements for the awards on Friday, when Leonard played his 65th game, which is the minimum to qualify. Stephen Curry and the Warriors are the tenth seed for the play-in tournament and will face the Clippers again on Wednesday.It’s great that he comes to support the guys and talk to them, you know, if they make a mistake or what they can do better. And just being involved, you know, having our best player around for support is huge for these young guys.
Tyronn Lue, Clippers coach
