Kawhi Leonard’s Comeback Journey: Clippers President Shares Encouraging Update
Alright, let’s talk about something that’s got Clippers fans buzzing—Kawhi Leonard is finally on track for a healthy offseason, and that’s no small news. We all know the story: Kawhi is one of the best two-way players the NBA has seen in the modern era. When he’s on the floor, the game changes. But the problem has always been keeping him on the floor. Whether it's been ACL injuries, meniscus tears, or knee inflammation, the last few years have been frustrating for both him and the fans.
But this time, things feel different. Clippers President of Basketball Operations, Lawrence Frank, gave a major update this week, and for once, it was all positive. According to Frank, Kawhi is “doing great.” And he didn’t just mean physically. He made it clear that this is the first time in years Leonard is heading into the offseason without needing surgery. That’s a huge mental and emotional boost for someone who’s dealt with setback after setback. Kawhi’s not just recovering—he’s training, traveling, and preparing for training camp without any restrictions.
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Frank mentioned that Kawhi has trips planned, including one to Africa, and the team’s sending a coach with him to keep the momentum going. That level of preparation shows how seriously Kawhi’s taking this upcoming season. And honestly, it makes sense. The Clippers just had one of their strongest offseasons in a long time. Adding guys like Brook Lopez, John Collins, and Bradley Beal while only losing Norman Powell? That’s a win. It’s clear the team is going all in—and they’ll only go as far as Kawhi can take them.
Now, realistically, he’s probably not playing 82 games. Frank even acknowledged that. Kawhi missing some games or avoiding back-to-backs is expected at this stage in his career. But if they can get 50 to 55 high-impact games out of him, that’s a game-changer. That’s enough to get the Clippers deep into the playoffs, especially in a stacked Western Conference that includes teams like the Thunder, Rockets, and Nuggets.
Let’s not forget, when Kawhi is healthy, he’s still that guy. We saw flashes of it last season when he averaged 21.5 points per game, despite coming off knee issues and starting his season late. If he can stay on the floor and build chemistry with this revamped roster, this might just be the year the Clippers finally break through.
So yeah, if you’re a Clippers fan—or even just an NBA fan who appreciates great basketball—you have every reason to be excited. Kawhi’s not just healing this time. He’s locked in. And that should scare the rest of the league.
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