The Los Angeles Clippers faced a major blow in their first-round playoff series against the Dallas Mavericks as star player Kawhi Leonard was forced to sit out Game 4 due to right knee inflammation. The decision was made by the organization, with Clippers president of basketball operations Lawrence Frank announcing that Leonard’s surgically repaired knee was causing him pain and discomfort. Despite his absence, the Mavericks managed to secure a 2-1 lead in the series, having won both games that Leonard played in.
Frank expressed uncertainty about when Leonard would be able to return, emphasizing the importance of Leonard being able to move freely and without restrictions before considering his comeback. While the Clippers continue to navigate Leonard’s injury concerns, their immediate focus remains on trying to overcome the Mavericks in the first round of the playoffs before contemplating any further challenges that may lie ahead.
