Toronto sports fans faced disappointment as Kawhi Leonard was sidelined due to an ankle injury during the Clippers vs. Raptors match. This injury follows a sprain suffered on January 7 against the New York Knicks.
Kawhi Leonard’s Injury Details
Leonard was initially listed as questionable but will sit out the game, marking his first absence since November 22. The Clippers star has been enjoying a strong season, averaging:
- 28.2 points per game
- 6.3 rebounds per game
- 3.5 assists per game
He maintains an impressive shooting percentage of 49.7% from the field.
Impact on the Game
The Clippers have displayed strong performance lately, winning 11 of their last 13 games. This success has been crucial in their playoff push within the Western Conference.
Raptors’ Roster Challenges
Alongside Leonard, the Raptors will also be missing several key players, including:
- Jamison Battle (ankle injury)
- Jakob Poeltl (back injury)
- RJ Barrett (ankle injury)
- Ja’Kobe Walter (hip injury)
Point guard Immanuel Quickley is also ruled out for the second consecutive game due to back spasms. On a positive note, they will welcome back bench player Sandro Mamukelashvili and seasoned guard Garrett Temple, both of whom are available to play.
Upcoming Coverage
The match will be aired on El-Balad, with live coverage beginning at 7:30 p.m. ET / 4:30 p.m. PT, as basketball fans look forward to this critical matchup without Kawhi Leonard’s presence.
