Kawhi Leonard’s Redemption Run Begins as Clippers Enter Playoffs on Fire
Man, it’s hard not to get hyped when talking about Kawhi Leonard right now. After a rough couple of seasons where we barely saw him in the playoffs, Kawhi is finally back—healthy, locked in, and leading a red-hot Clippers squad right into the 2025 postseason. This isn’t just a return; it feels like a reset, a chance for Leonard to remind everyone exactly who he is and why he's one of the most lethal forces in the league when he's firing on all cylinders.
The Clippers ended their regular season on a tear—eight straight wins, finishing with an electric overtime victory over the Warriors where Kawhi dropped 33 points. That alone was a statement. But beyond the numbers, it’s the way he’s moving, the calm confidence in his game—it’s that familiar "Klaw" energy. And this time, he’s not hobbling into the playoffs; he’s ready.
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Let’s not forget, this guy missed the first 34 games of the season dealing with lingering knee issues. But since the All-Star break, he’s been nothing short of elite—averaging 25 points, almost 7 boards, over 3 assists, and 2 steals per game. He’s doing it efficiently too, shooting over 51% from the field and nearly 44% from deep. That’s not just good; that’s Kawhi at peak form.
Coach Tyronn Lue and the Clippers’ medical staff really deserve credit here. They didn’t rush him back. They gave him the space, the right guidance, and the time to do it right. Kawhi even mentioned how much he appreciated being able to seek outside opinions and blend that with the team’s plan. It’s that trust and that process that’s got him looking and feeling fresh now—right when it matters most.
There’s something poetic about Kawhi finally getting to this moment. In the last few years, he’s watched from the bench more than he’s played when it comes to the playoffs. Torn meniscus, knee sprains—it’s been setback after setback. But his mindset never wavered. “I love the game… I love to compete,” he said recently. And you can feel that. You can feel that fire.
Now, the Clippers go into Game 1 against Denver, fully healthy, facing off against Nikola Jokić and the defending champs. It’s going to be a battle. But with Leonard, Harden, Powell, and the whole squad ready to roll, this could be the year LA finally makes that deep playoff push we’ve all been waiting for.
Kawhi’s not just playing basketball again—he’s leading. He’s inspiring. And this postseason, every minute he’s on the court, it’s going to feel like a chance to rewrite the story that injuries tried to take away. Let’s see what the Klaw’s got in store.
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