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"I think they need a LEADER" - Eddie Johnson blasts Kawhi Leonard for saying the Clippers need more talent
Afterward, Kawhi Leonard was asked about why the team hasn't been able to overcome injury issues and stay afloat like they have in previous seasons. The Clippers superstar said they need to "Get some more talent," a remark that immediately drew the attention of former player Eddie Johnson.
Leonard will have missed 10 games with an ankle/foot sprain, returing in time for a key NBA Cup game Tuesday on NBC and Peacock.
There is still no clear indication of when Kawhi Leonard might be healthy enough to return, as he is set to miss tomorrow's game as well.
The Los Angeles Clippers continue to be without Kawhi Leonard, who is recovering from a "significant" right foot sprain and ankle issue.
To make matters worse, the Clippers seem to be on the brink of implosion. Their body language on defense was awful all game on Tuesday, making simple defensive mistakes due to lack of communication, concentration, and effort. Plus, Ty Lue and Kawhi Leonard's remarks suggest that they may be a deeper discontentment within the team.
Clippers star Kawhi Leonard set to return after missing ten games, giving Los Angeles a crucial boost against the Cavaliers.
The Clippers were on a serious roll against the Lakers as recently as January. Then the Lakers got Luka Dončić and everything changed.