Kawhi Leonard just can’t catch a break. ESPN’s Shams Charania has reported that the Clippers star will be out indefinitely with right knee soreness, marking another major setback for the two-time NBA champion. Leonard has been battling injuries since 2021, with a torn ACL and meniscus already in the books, and now this latest blow.
It’s a tough pill to swallow for Clippers fans, especially with the team set to move into their new $3 billion Intuit Dome. To make matters worse, Paul George is also gone, having been traded to the 76ers. As Leonard resumes his rehab, the team faces a rocky start to the season without their top stars.
Leonard’s durability has been a constant question mark, even though he’s still putting up numbers when he plays. He made the All-NBA Second Team last season and averaged 23.7 points per game, but those numbers have been overshadowed by his ongoing health issues. Despite giving it his all when on the court, Leonard’s body seems to be sending him a clear message.
As Clippers fans wait for news on when Kawhi might return, the question remains: Can Leonard ever stay healthy long enough to lead his team to a title? For now, it’s another season opener without ‘The Klaw’ on the floor.
