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Kawhi Leonard brushes off questions about Clippers future, will discuss it ‘when that time comes'
TL;DR
Kawhi Leonard declined to comment on his future with the Los Angeles Clippers, stating he will address it 'when that time comes.' This follows a tumultuous season for the franchise, marked by significant player departures.
Key points
- Kawhi Leonard is uncertain about his future with the Clippers.
- The Clippers have undergone significant roster changes.
- Leonard is part of an ongoing NBA investigation.
- He had a standout season despite team struggles.
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A high-profile, but largely unsuccessful era of the Los Angeles Clippers may have ended on Wednesday night.
In the season after they let Paul George leave town, then proceeded to trade both James Harden and Ivica Zubac at the 2025-26 deadline while also parting ways with Chris Paul, the Clippers opted to keep star forward Kawhi Leonard around.
Leonard, who is still one of the focal points of an ongoing NBA investigation into potential cap circumvention, is coming off one of his best career seasons — but now, his status in Los Angeles could be up in the air as the franchise looks toward the future.
Here's what Leonard said after Wednesday's Play-In Tournament loss about the Clippers' future.
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Kawhi Leonard addresses Clippers' future
Despite starting out 6-21 this season, the Clippers crawled back into playoff contention, leading to their elimination in the Play-In Tournament by the Golden State Warriors. There were some high points — Leonard was an All-Star, playing in 65 games and setting a career-high in points per game (27.9) — but now, there are major questions about the future of the franchise.
"Let me cry about this loss a little bit more," Leonard said Wednesday when asked whether he could see a future with the Clippers, per ESPN. "We'll have our discussions when that time comes."
Q&A
What did Kawhi Leonard say about his future with the Clippers?
Kawhi Leonard brushed off questions about his future, indicating he would discuss it at a later time.
Why is Kawhi Leonard's status with the Clippers uncertain?
Leonard's status is uncertain following the team's recent trades and a season marked by significant changes, including the departure of key players.
What recent changes have the Clippers made to their roster?
The Clippers traded James Harden and Ivica Zubac and let Paul George leave, signaling a shift in their roster strategy.
How did Kawhi Leonard perform last season?
Kawhi Leonard had one of the best seasons of his career, despite the team's struggles and ongoing investigations into the franchise.
