The Los Angeles Clippers may have lost 102-94 to the Denver Nuggets in preseason action, but the night was more about Kawhi Leonard’s presence than the final score. Kawhi Leonard, who has missed significant time in recent seasons due to knee issues, looked sharp and efficient in his 19 minutes on the floor.<\/p>
He finished with 17 points on 5-of-10 shooting, including 1-of-6 from three-point range, and was perfect from the free-throw line at 6-for-6. His stat line also included two rebounds, one assist, and two steals, with a +2 plus-minus during his time on the court.<\/p>
The numbers themselves don’t tell the full story. What stood out was Leonard’s comfort level and his ability to dictate pace in short bursts. He attacked the rim early, drew contact, and converted at the line.<\/p>