The Los Angeles Clippers have lost three in a row, the last one to the Phoenix Suns. Amidst all these, the ankle issue kept their star player Kawhi Leonard off the floor. According to Clippers head coach Tyronn Lue, the star forward will be out of action for a little more time as he recovers from his medical issue. Leonard would miss "the next few games," Lue revealed to reporters.
However, Leonard did not specify a date for his return or the details about his recovery. He missed his third consecutive game against the Phoenix Suns on Saturday night. Without specifying when Leonard will be back on the floor, Lue said that the medical studies indicate the injury won't be permanent.
Kawhi Leonard’s uncertain return timeline deepens Los Angeles Clippers ’ early-season struggles
Los Angeles Clippers coach Tyronn Lue recently said that Kawhi Leonard will miss the next few games because of a sprained ankle. Leonard sat out his third straight game when the Clippers hosted the Phoenix Suns on Saturday night. Lue reported that medical testing on the ankle of Leonard showed that the injury probably won't be long-term, though he wasn't specific about what type of damage it is nor how long he will be out.
When asked about Leonard's status, Lue said that he will not play in the Clippers' next few games. Injured during last Monday's home loss to the Miami Heat, Leonard has missed three consecutive games.
He has a long history of medical issues and will be no different in this regard. He basically missed almost every season with the Clippers due to injuries. More recently, they have been more conservative with his minutes to perhaps play later in the season. They have struggled to find continuity with their leader's absent from the lineup.
The Clippers will play two more home games this week before embarking on a long seven-game road trip. Meanwhile, Lue wouldn't give a definitive update, but his comments indicated Leonard was unlikely to return to the court before the trip.
Coming into this season, the Clippers had among the oldest rosters in the league, and few of their key players had suffered injuries at some point or another in their careers. Bradley Beal is one such player who has already lost some time this season to an injury.
He has also struggled to get into the season on the offensive end, and has seemingly been prodded by his teammates to get into rhythm. The Clippers are home on Monday and Wednesday before embarking on a two-week run where seven of eight games are away from Los Angeles.
In contrast, Leonard averaged 24.3 points, 5.7 rebounds, and 3.5 assists per game through three games this season.
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However, Leonard did not specify a date for his return or the details about his recovery. He missed his third consecutive game against the Phoenix Suns on Saturday night. Without specifying when Leonard will be back on the floor, Lue said that the medical studies indicate the injury won't be permanent.
Kawhi Leonard’s uncertain return timeline deepens Los Angeles Clippers ’ early-season struggles
Los Angeles Clippers coach Tyronn Lue recently said that Kawhi Leonard will miss the next few games because of a sprained ankle. Leonard sat out his third straight game when the Clippers hosted the Phoenix Suns on Saturday night. Lue reported that medical testing on the ankle of Leonard showed that the injury probably won't be long-term, though he wasn't specific about what type of damage it is nor how long he will be out.
When asked about Leonard's status, Lue said that he will not play in the Clippers' next few games. Injured during last Monday's home loss to the Miami Heat, Leonard has missed three consecutive games.
He has a long history of medical issues and will be no different in this regard. He basically missed almost every season with the Clippers due to injuries. More recently, they have been more conservative with his minutes to perhaps play later in the season. They have struggled to find continuity with their leader's absent from the lineup.
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The Clippers will play two more home games this week before embarking on a long seven-game road trip. Meanwhile, Lue wouldn't give a definitive update, but his comments indicated Leonard was unlikely to return to the court before the trip.
Coming into this season, the Clippers had among the oldest rosters in the league, and few of their key players had suffered injuries at some point or another in their careers. Bradley Beal is one such player who has already lost some time this season to an injury.
He has also struggled to get into the season on the offensive end, and has seemingly been prodded by his teammates to get into rhythm. The Clippers are home on Monday and Wednesday before embarking on a two-week run where seven of eight games are away from Los Angeles.
In contrast, Leonard averaged 24.3 points, 5.7 rebounds, and 3.5 assists per game through three games this season.
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