Rusty Kawhi Leonard returns to the Clippers’ lineup in 96-93 loss to Luka Doncic and the Mavericks
Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (2) makes a shot over Orlando Magic forward Jonathan Isaac (1) and guard Jalen Suggs (4) during the second half of an NBA basketball game, Friday, March 29, 2024, in Orlando, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux)[ASSOCIATED PRESS/John Raoux]
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Kawhi Leonard had 15 points and seven rebounds in his return for the Los Angeles Clippers, but he couldn’t prevent their 96-93 loss to the Dallas Mavericks. Leonard received the loudest cheers of anyone in the Clippers’ starting lineup when he was introduced. He came back after missing three weeks because of right knee inflammation. He played 35 minutes and appeared to pick up steam in the second half when he was more active defensively. Paul George says the Clippers were glad to have Leonard back and he expects the team will eventually find its rhythm around their superstar.
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Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard dunks against the Charlotte Hornets during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Charlotte, N.C., Sunday, March 31, 2024. (AP Photo/Nell Redmond)
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Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard, left, looks to pass while under pressure from Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic during the first half in Game 2 of an NBA basketball first-round playoff series Tuesday, April 23, 2024, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)
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