Massive Update on Kawhi Leonard’s Future as Clippers Rally to Beat Spirited Lakers Comeback

When Kawhi Leonard signed for the Los Angeles Clippers, fans once again believed that their team could win it all, especially since Kawhi had taken the Raptors to the promised land a season prior. These hopes became stronger after the Clippers signed Paul George as Kawhi’s co-star. But as it has always been with the Clippers, they would lose to the Phoenix Suns in the 2021 Western Conference finals, and fail to make the finals yet again.

What made matters worse was the injury to Kawhi in the 2021 playoffs. This meant that the Clippers would start the season without him. But there was still hope for the franchise as Paul George would lead them into battle in the 2021-22 season. However, the recent injury to George meant that the Clipper’s chances of making a championship run this season are now hanging by a thread.

Despite this, the team still believes in themselves, especially after the closely fought win against the Lakers. In the post-match press conference after the win, head coach Tyronn Lue shared an update on Kawhi Leonard – something that fans were highly anticipating.

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The Update on Kawhi Leonard’s Return

After the game, when questioned about the return of his star players, Lue had the following to say.

Ty Lue mentioned that it was quite certain that Leonard would not return this season. Added to this, he also mentioned that PG’s injury status was uncertain. Thereafter, Lue added that he continuously hopes for Kawhi’s return so as to help the team succeed.

Despite the absence of the two stars, the Clippers have played fearlessly. In another recent game, the team made a 35 point comeback against the Wizards to secure a win. Led by veterans like Reggie Jackson and Marcus Morris, the squad gives their opposition a strong fight in every game that they play. Added to this, fans, like the head coach, also hope that their stars can return for the second half of the season. However, only time has the answer to where the Clippers will finish this year.

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