Kawhi Leonard’s Knee Saga: When Will It End?
Alright, hoop fans, let’s dive into the never-ending saga of Kawhi Leonard’s knee. Just when we thought our favorite forward would be back in action for the Clippers’ big debut at the Intuit Dome on October 23, word on the street is Kawhi’s still sidelined. Bummer, right?
Kawhi’s Preseason No-Show
The Clippers’ preseason just wrapped up, and guess what? Kawhi was MIA for all three games. Coach Ty Lue spilled the beans, confirming that Leonard wasn’t ready to face the Kings last Thursday. When asked about Kawhi’s recovery plan, Lue kept it simple: “Keep rehabbing, keep getting better, and keep checking the boxes.” Sounds like a broken record at this point, doesn’t it?
Tyronn Lue says Kawhi Leonard will not play today or Thursday, so he’s out for the whole Clippers’ preseason.
What’s he gonna do this week?
“Continue to keep rehabbing, keep getting better, and keep checking the boxes.”
— Tomer Azarly (@TomerAzarly)
Kawhi’s been taking it slow, focusing on strengthening that knee. He played 68 games last season, the most in seven years, but missed the crucial final stretch. I think it’s high time the Clippers figure out how to keep him healthy for the playoffs. Seriously, what’s the point of a superstar if he’s always on the bench?
The Championship Chase
Kawhi’s got his eyes on the prize—a championship ring. “This is what I work for,” he said. He’s not just trying to clock 82 games; he’s aiming for the big win. But with his recent injury woes, it’s been a tough road. “It hasn’t worked out [the last two postseasons],” he admitted. Can he bounce back this year? Only time will tell.
Intuit Dome: The Clippers’ New Home
Switching gears, let’s talk about the Clippers’ shiny new crib—the Intuit Dome. NBA Commissioner Adam Silver gave it a thumbs up, praising its cutting-edge tech and, wait for it, the most bathrooms ever in an arena. Silver even joked about how handy that would be as he gets older. The Dome already rocked a Bruno Mars concert, and it’s set to host its first game against the Suns on the second day of the season. Who’s hyped to see it in action?
So, with Kawhi’s return still up in the air and the Clippers settling into their new digs, here’s the million-dollar question: Will this be the year they finally put it all together and make a serious run for the title? Only time—and maybe a few more bathroom breaks—will tell.
