Los Angeles Clippers’ star forward Kawhi Leonard left Tuesday’s game against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the first half due to back spasms, the team announced.
Leonard played the entire first quarter but was noticeably absent during the second quarter, seen leaving the Clippers’ downtown arena.Despite Leonard's early exit, the Minnesota Timberwolves staged an impressive comeback, rallying from a 22-point deficit to secure a 118-100 victory over the Clippers. Anthony Edwards led the charge for the Timberwolves with an impressive 37-point performance, while Nickeil Alexander-Walker added a season-high 28 points.
SUGGESTED: Kawhi Leonard, Norman Powell fuel LA Clippers in big win against TimberwolvesFollowing Leonard's departure, the Clippers struggled to maintain their lead. Paul George scored 22 points, and James Harden added 12, but it wasn't enough to fend off the resilient Timberwolves.Clippers' coach Tyronn Lue acknowledged the toughness of the Timberwolves, admitting his team needed to step up their game.
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