Coach says he is taking it ‘day by day’ with Leonard, who has been limited in practice after dealing with inflammation in his surgically repaired right knee
Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard makes a shot in front of Orlando’s Jalen Suggs on March 29, 2024, in Orlando, Fla. PLAYA VISTA — Clippers coach Tyronn Lue said Wednesday he is preparing as if Kawhi Leonard will be available to play in Sunday’s Game 1 against the Dallas Mavericks, although his practice time has been limited.
“We just take it day by day,” Lue said. “He’s progressing. He’s getting better, and we’ll see how much he continues to progress.” The coach said the two-time NBA champion, who has been dealing with inflammation in his surgically repaired right knee, looked good after taking part in a quarter of Tuesday’s drills. Lue said practice consisted of a walkthrough of five plays, station work, half-court play and five-on-five.Lue is clearly frustrated with the constant questions surrounding Leonard’s status, apologizing to the media for his short answers.
“I know it’s your guys’ job, but like I said we just take it day by day,” Lue said. “He’s progressing. He’s getting better. We don’t have a timetable.
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