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Amid Concerns Over NBA’s New Policy, Kawhi Leonard Expresses His Excitement for the Upcoming Season With “Hall of Fame Point Guard”

Published 09/21/2023, 1:07 PM EDT

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Kawhi Leonard understands what it takes to win. He’s won two NBA titles and is seeking to win a third with the Los Angeles Clippers. To boost the winning spirit, the LA franchise re-signed the 9x All-Star who played for the team last season. The future hall of famer is a former MVP who remains one of the league’s most dynamic players.

Leonard is delighted about this 34-year-old point guard’s comeback and feels that he can help the Clippers win a championship. He even spoke about it on social media showing appreciation for him.

Kawhi Leonard shows love on social media

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Russell Westbrook’s return to the Clippers’ roster has created a massive enthusiasm among fans. Westbrook has been having a phenomenal NBA career. He became one of just two players in basketball history to average a triple-double for a whole season, a feat previously achieved only by the great Oscar Robertson in 1962. Not content with that, Westbrook set a new benchmark of greatness by accumulating a stunning 42 triple-doubles in a single season.

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Westbrook has signed a two-year contract with the Clippers. And the impact of this reunion is already being felt among the team and teammates. Notably, Kawhi Leonard has publicly expressed his gratitude for the explosive point guard’s comeback.

 

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Kawhi Leonard said, “I mean, it’s very important having him back. It just gives us continuity from a point guard standpoint. We just got a Hall of Fame point guard that’s been through it. I think that’s going to be big for us coming into the year.”

Westbrook has demonstrated his flexibility and ability to affect every aspect of the game since joining the Clippers. He averaged 15.8 points, 4.9 rebounds, and 7.8 assists per game while shooting a career-high 35.6% from outside the arc.

Kawhi Leonard talks about the importance of Westbrook

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Leonard’s support is priceless. The two-time NBA champion known for his stark manner and unrivaled abilities rarely expresses his feelings about team relationships. However, his comments on Westbrook’s return to the Clippers match the feelings of many who believe that consistency and chemistry are the foundations of a championship-winning team.

Kawhi Leonard, known for his championship lineage and clutch exploits, sees Westbrook as the “x-factor” in the Clippers’ quest for an NBA title.

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The Clippers have a deadly advantage from Westbrook’s explosive playmaking ability and Leonard’s tenacious two-way capabilities. This might be the key that could lead them to their ultimate objective.

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Dhruv Shastry

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Dhruv is an NBA writer at ES with years of playing experience to name. Despite the ankle injury barring him from playing further, he never lost touch with the sport. He loves the swag and the attitude basketball players possess.
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Bilal Handoo