Kawhi Leonard's status for Clippers' playoff opener against Mavericks remains murky
Kawhi Leonard’s status for the Los Angeles Clippers’ first-round playoff series against the Dallas Mavericks remains murkyAPRIL 16 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
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Limited in practice Coach Tyronn Lue said that Leonard (knee) will be a partial participant in Tuesday's practice, Ohm Youngmisuk of ESPN.com reports.
Impact Leonard missed the final eight games of the regular season due to right knee inflammation. While the star forward's status for Sunday's Game 1 against the Mavericks is unclear, it appears that Leonard is gearing up toward a return.
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APRIL 16 • THEATHLETIC.COM
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Won't play Sunday Leonard (knee) will not play Sunday against the Rockets, Joey Linn of SI.com reports.
Impact This will be the eighth game in a row on the shelf for Leonard, and the Clippers have yet to provide any clarity on his progress. For now, Leonard's status for the opening round of the playoffs could be in jeopardy.
APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE
Remains out for Friday Leonard (knee) will not play Friday against the Jazz.
Impact Leonard will miss his seventh game in a row Friday. He'll have only one game left in the regular season to potentially return, and that is Sunday against the Rockets. For now, fantasy managers should consider Leonard as questionable for that contest.
APRIL 11 • ROTOWIRE
Clippers' Paul George, Kawhi Leonard, James Harden out vs. Suns The Los Angeles Clippers will be without significant firepower for Wednesday’s rematch against the visiting Phoenix Suns.The Clippers ruled...
APRIL 10 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Out again Wednesday Leonard (knee) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Suns, Andrew Lopez of ESPN.com reports.
Impact Leonard will miss a sixth straight game due to right knee inflammation. Joining him on the sideline will be Paul George (knee) and James Harden (foot), while Russell Westbrook (hand) and Ivica Zubac (ankle) are questionable. Leonard has only two more chances to suit up this season -- Friday against Utah and Sunday versus Houston.
APRIL 10 • ROTOWIRE
Listed out for Tuesday Leonard (knee) won't play Tuesday against the Suns, Tomer Azarly of ClutchPoints.com reports.
Impact Leonard will miss his fifth consecutive contest while recovering from right knee inflammation. His next opportunity to take the court will arrive Wednesday against the Suns.
APRIL 9 • ROTOWIRE
Won't suit up Sunday Leonard (knee) will not play Sunday against the Cavaliers, Joey Linn of SI.com reports.
Impact This will be the fourth straight game on the sidelines for Leonard. The Clippers haven't revealed many details about Leonard's latest setback, and coach Tyronn Lue wasn't willing to go into specifics during his last press conference. Leonard's next chance to play will come Tuesday against the Suns.
APRIL 7 • ROTOWIRE
With Kawhi Leonard out, Clippers show their resilience in scrappy win over Nuggets LOS ANGELES - It was going to be a tall order for the Los Angeles Clippers to beat the defending NBA champion Denver Nuggets on Thursday nig...
APRIL 5 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
Kawhi Leonard misses 2nd straight game for Clippers because of sore right knee
Kawhi Leonard isn't playing for the Los Angeles Clippers against the Denver NuggetsAPRIL 5 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Out Thursday and Friday Leonard (knee) will miss at least Thursday's game against the Nuggets and Friday's against the Jazz, Justin Russo of the 'Clip & Roll' podcast reports.
Impact Coach Tyronn Lue didn't go into any specifics, but he's also not expecting Leonard to play Sunday against the Cavaliers. Lue also didn't disclose whether or not Leonard underwent an MRI. During his absence, the Clippers will likely need Norman Powell and Terance Mann to take on larger roles.
APRIL 5 • ROTOWIRE
Likely out until at least Tuesday Leonard (knee), who has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Nuggets, is unlikely to play Friday against the Jazz or Sunday against the Cavaliers, Law Murray of The Athle...
Impact Leonard will miss a second consecutive matchup due to a sore right knee Thursday, and he'll likely be forced to miss at least two more games. Whether he'll be available for a back-to-back set against Phoenix on Tuesday and Wednesday remains to be seen, but Leonard isn't expected to face a lengthy absence.
APRIL 4 • ROTOWIRE
Remains out against Denver Leonard (knee) won't play in Thursday's game versus the Nuggets, Joey Linn of SI.com reports.
Impact Leonard will miss his second straight contest Thursday due to right knee soreness. Norman Powell will likely draw another start in his absence. Leonard's next chance to suit up is Friday's matchup with the Jazz.
APRIL 3 • ROTOWIRE
Clippers F Kawhi Leonard (knee) out vs. Kings Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard has been ruled out of Tuesday’s game against the host Sacramento Kings due to right knee soreness...
APRIL 2 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
Won't play Tuesday Leonard has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Kings due to right knee soreness, Ohm Youngmisuk of ESPN.com reports.
Impact Youngmisuk notes that the soreness popped up during Sunday's win over the Hornets, but Leonard wasn't listed on the Clippers' initial injury report for Tuesday. The issue appears minor, and coach Tyronn Lue expressed optimism about Leonard's availability for Thursday's matchup against the Nuggets. In Leonard's absence, Norman Powell will move into the starting lineup.
APRIL 2 • ROTOWIRE
Goes for 23 points Sunday Leonard racked up 23 points (10-19 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 1-2 FT), five rebounds and two assists across 37 minutes during Sunday's 130-118 win over the Hornets.
Impact Leonard took a backseat in the scoring column since both Paul George and Ivica Zubac delivered impressive performances, but the veteran forward still had a strong showing. Leonard's remarkable consistency on a game-to-game basis has been noticeable in recent weeks, as he has scored at least 20 points in all but one of his last 10 appearances while shooting 53.8 percent from the field in that span.
APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE
Goes for 29 points Friday Leonard closed Friday's 100-97 victory over the Magic with 29 points (12-21 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 11 rebounds, five assists, two blocks and four steals across 38 minutes.
Impact Leonard was decisive for the Clippers on Friday, draining a key bucket in the final seconds of the game and leading the team in scoring. It's the second consecutive game where Leonard turns it up down the stretch, as he also did it in the 108-107 win over the 76ers on Wednesday. Leonard has scored at least 20 points in all but one of his last nine appearances.
MARCH 30 • ROTOWIRE
Kawhi Leonard scores 29 to lead Clippers past Magic 100-97 Kawhi Leonard and Paul George hit jump shots in the final seconds and the Los Angeles Clippers beat the Orlando Magic 100-97
MARCH 30 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM
Comes up big late against Sixers Leonard registered 17 points (7-19 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 3-4 FT), nine rebounds, three assists, two blocks and two steals over 36 minutes during Wednesday's 108-107 victory over the 76ers.
Impact After making only one bucket in the first half, Leonard came to life late in the fourth quarter and completed two three-point plays in the final minute before blocking Kelly Oubre's attempt at a game-winning layup. It was still Leonard's lowest scoring output since Mar. 12, and over the last eight games the 32-year-old forward has averaged 23.4 points, 5.4 boards, 2.6 assists, 1.4 threes, 1.1 steals and 1.1 blocks while shooting 53.4 percent from the floor.
MARCH 28 • ROTOWIRE
Kawhi Leonard's late heroics lift Clippers past 76ers Kawhi Leonard converted a go-ahead three-point play with 15.7 seconds remaining to lift the Los Angeles Clippers past the host Philadelphia...
MARCH 28 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Kawhi Leonard comes alive late to lead Clippers to disputed 108-107 win over 76ers
Kawhi Leonard completed two 3-point plays late in the game then made a block at the rim on the final possession to lead the Los Angeles Clippers to a controversial 108-107 win over...MARCH 28 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
