LA Clippers All-Star Kawhi Leonard is facing uncertainty ahead of Game 1 against the Dallas Mavericks due to persistent inflammation in his surgically repaired right knee. Leonard, who has undergone surgeries for a torn ACL and meniscus, has not engaged in contact activities during practice as of Thursday.
The Clippers' president of basketball operations confirmed that while Leonard's knee is structurally sound, the inflammation remains a significant concern. The medical team is actively working to reduce the inflammation to enable Leonard to participate in functional basketball movements.
