LOS ANGELES — As much as anyone on the Clippers, Norman Powell has a unique perspective on how Kawhi Leonard has evolved as a team leader.
The two were teammates on the Toronto Raptors, giving Powell a view into how Leonard has changed from a player who is a willing talker with the Clippers and how he has shown his "personality" in ways few saw before. Leonard's talents were never questioned, his ability to lead the Raptors to the 2019 NBA championship the proof.
Now Leonard, who also led San Antonio to the 2014 title, is leading as much with his voice as his work ethic.