Leonard hasn’t played in a game since March 31 because of inflammation in his surgically repaired right knee.
Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard makes a shot over Orlando Magic forward Jonathan Isaac and guard Jalen Suggs during the second half of an NBA basketball game, Friday, March 29, 2024, in Orlando, Fla. The
“I’m preparing to have him on the court,” coach Tyronn Lue said Wednesday. “We just take it day-by-day. He’s getting better and we’ll see how much he continues to progress.”Lue apologized to the media for his obvious frustration at repeated questions about Leonard’s health. The team hasn’t made Leonard available to speak for himself.“That’s not on me to answer, man,” he said. “I let the organization and the coach talk about the status of Kawhi.
Leonard played in 68 games during the regular season, the most since 2016-17 when he appeared in 74 with the San Antonio Spurs and the most since joining the Clippers four years ago. The All-Star forward averaged 23.7 points, 6.1 rebounds and 3.6 assists.
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