Clippers' Kawhi Leonard: Goes cold in season-ending loss
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Leonard totaled 21 points (8-17 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 4-4 FT), seven rebounds and three assists over 40 minutes during Wednesday's 126-121 Play-In Game loss to the Warriors.
Despite a strong start to the game, Leonard went missing down the stretch, scoring just two of his 21 points during the fourth quarter. It was a disappointing end to the season for the Clippers, particularly given all the effort that went into recovering from what was a disastrous start to the campaign. As for Leonard, his season couldn't have gone much better, putting up top-five fantasy value while playing at least 65 games for the second time in the past three seasons.
Leonard (ankle) isn't listed on the injury report for Wednesday's Play-In Tournament game against the Warriors, NBA writer Justin Russo reports.
Leonard was held out of Sunday's regular-season finale -- a win over the Warriors -- but will return to action for Wednesday's win-or-go-home matchup. The star forward averaged 25.6 points, 6.4 rebounds, 3.8 assists and 1.0 steals in 31.8 minutes per contest over five regular-season appearances in April.
Leonard (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Warriors, Law Murray of The Athletic reports.
Leonard will be held out of Los Angeles' regular-season finale due to a left ankle sprain, and his next chance to play will come in the Play-In Tournament. The superstar forward delivered impressive numbers to help the Clippers turn things around, averaging a career-high 27.9 points, 6.4 rebounds, 3.6 assists and 1.9 steals in 32.1 minutes per game across 65 regular-season outings.
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Clippers' Kawhi Leonard: Paces team with 24 points
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Leonard finished with 24 points (10-20 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 3-3 FT), eight rebounds, five assists and one steal in 37 minutes during Friday's 116-97 loss to the Trail Blazers.
The Clippers could have used more production from Leonard, but the All-Star didn't get much support in the team's attempt to nail down a higher seed in the Play-In Tournament. The second consecutive loss puts the Clippers at risk of a ninth-seed placement, where they would need two wins to advance. They'll play the Warriors in the season finale, and a loss will likely result in a play-in rematch. Leonard will need to post a big total alongside support from his first-unit teammates and hope for a Portland loss.
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Clippers' Kawhi Leonard: Questionable for Sunday
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Leonard (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Warriors.
Leonard is dealing with a left ankle sprain and could miss the Clippers' regular-season finale. If the star forward is ultimately ruled out, Bennedict Mathurin, Kobe Sanders and Nicolas Batum would be candidates to see increased playing time.
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Clippers' Kawhi Leonard: Hits for team-high 20 in loss
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Leonard registered 20 points (8-18 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 2-4 FT), eight rebounds, three assists and one steal over 30 minutes during Wednesday's 128-110 loss to Oklahoma City.
The 20 points led the Clippers on the night as Leonard reached that mark for an impressive 56th straight game, although that pales in comparison to the 141-game streak that Shai Gilgeous-Alexander extended for the visitors. Over the last 10 games, Leonard is averaging 26.4 points, 6.2 boards, 3.3 assists, 3.0 threes and 1.3 steals while shooting 50.8 percent from the floor and 41.7 percent from downtown as he gears up for the Play-In Tournament.
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Clippers' Kawhi Leonard: Pours in 34 points in victory
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Leonard amassed 34 points (11-19 FG, 6-10 3Pt, 6-9 FT), four rebounds, three assists and one steal in 30 minutes during Tuesday's 116-103 win over the Mavericks.
Although the Clippers blew a huge lead, Leonard's productive night saved the day and powered the team to a critical victory. Leonard has been superb since returning from a one-game absence, averaging 27.1 points, 6.0 rebounds, 3.3 assists and 1.3 steals over the past nine games. Leonard needs to attend the final three games to qualify for postseason awards, as he's currently three games short with 62 games played.
Clippers' Kawhi Leonard: Hits for game-high 26 in win
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Leonard recorded 26 points (9-18 FG, 3-9 3Pt, 5-5 FT), six rebounds and three assists over 30 minutes during Sunday's 138-109 victory over the Kings.
The veteran forward is showing he still has plenty left in the tank at the age of 34. Leonard led all scorers on the night, and on the season, he's on pace for a new career high by averaging 28.0 points over 62 contests. Over his last 16 games, he's produced 28.4 points, 6.4 boards, 3.2 assists, 2.6 threes and 1.6 steals while shooting 53.2 percent from the floor and 40.0 percent from beyond the arc.
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Clippers' Kawhi Leonard: Gets little help in loss
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Leonard produced 24 points (10-16 FG, 4-5 3Pt), six rebounds, five assists and two steals over 32 minutes during Thursday's 118-99 loss to San Antonio.
Leonard's 24 points led all scorers on the night, but only four other Clippers even managed to reach double digits. The veteran forward has delivered at least 20 points in a remarkable 53 straight games dating back to Nov. 28, a performance that has been overshadowed this season by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's own record-shattering streak, and over 20 games since the All-Star break, Leonard is averaging 28.3 points, 6.2 boards, 3.5 assists, 2.5 threes and 1.6 steals while shooting 53.3 percent from the floor.
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Clippers' Kawhi Leonard: Logs team-high 23 points in defeat
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Leonard accumulated 23 points (7-15 FG, 0-5 3Pt, 9-10 FT), eight rebounds, three assists, one block and one steal in 36 minutes during Tuesday's 114-104 loss to Portland.
Leonard received ample support from his teammates and had the goods to take down the Trail Blazers, but Portland rode the momentum and outplayed Los Angeles in the second half. While the Clippers are essentially a lock for the Play-In Tournament, they will have to face Portland again in 10 days. The Clippers will need superior numbers from Leonard as they try to hold onto the eighth seed.
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