Kawhi Leonard has been selected for the NBA All-Star Game, following an announcement from Commissioner Adam Silver. The Los Angeles Clippers forward is now part of the U.S. player pool. This addition comes as the league adapts its format for the upcoming game scheduled for next week.
Kawhi Leonard Joins All-Star Roster
This year, Leonard’s selection boosts the U.S. player pool to 16, meeting the minimum requirement set by the league. Notably, Karl-Anthony Towns of the New York Knicks will represent Team World in the 2026 All-Star Game instead.
Leonard’s Impressive Season Stats
- Points per game: 27.6 (career-high)
- Shooting percentage: 49.7%
- Steals per game: 2.1 (leading the league)
- Games played this season: 36
This selection marks Leonard’s seventh appearance in the All-Star Game across his 14-year NBA career. His stellar performance this season solidifies his key role within the league.
