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Kawhi Leonard's Absence Shakes Clippers' Playoff Journey

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Find out why Kawhi Leonard's injury is causing a stir in the Clippers' playoff run!

Kawhi Leonard, the star player of the Los Angeles Clippers, missed Game 1 of the playoff series against the Dallas Mavericks due to knee inflammation. This unexpected absence left Clippers fans on the edge of their seats, wondering about Leonard's health and when he will return to the court. The team managed to secure a win in his absence, showcasing their depth and resilience despite missing their key player.

Leonard, known for his impressive skills and defensive prowess, has a history of injuries that have sidelined him in crucial moments. His knee issues have been a recurring concern, casting a shadow of uncertainty over the Clippers' playoff aspirations. As the series progresses, all eyes are on Leonard's recovery timeline and whether he will be able to make a comeback in Game 2.

In the absence of Leonard, other players like James Harden stepped up to lead the Clippers to victory in Game 1. The team's strong performance highlighted their ability to adapt and thrive under pressure, even without their star player. The playoff intensity is at an all-time high, with fans eagerly awaiting updates on Leonard's condition and the impact on the team's postseason journey.

As the playoff drama unfolds, Kawhi Leonard's presence on the court remains a topic of speculation and discussion among basketball enthusiasts. The Clippers' resilience without him and the stellar performances of other players add an intriguing layer to the ongoing series against the Mavericks, making each game a must-watch for NBA fans.

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Ailing Kawhi Leonard misses Clippers' Game 1 win over Mavs - ESPN (ESPN Australia)

Kawhi Leonard sat out Game 1 of the Clippers' Western Conference first-round series against the Mavericks and his status for Tuesday's Game 2 remains up in ...

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Kawhi Leonard's Injury Status for Clippers vs. Mavericks Game 1 (Sports Illustrated)

When the LA Clippers released their official injury report for Game 1 vs. the Dallas Mavericks, Kawhi Leonard was listed as questionable with right knee ...

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Ailing Kawhi Leonard misses Clippers' Game 1 win over Mavs - ESPN (ESPN FC)

Kawhi Leonard sat out Game 1 of the Clippers' Western Conference first-round series against the Mavericks and his status for Tuesday's Game 2 remains up in ...

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How long is Kawhi Leonard out? Knee injury timeline, return date ... (Sporting News AU)

Death, taxes, Kawhi Leonard injuries. It's an unfortunate reality for the Clippers' star, who is no stranger to being sidelined.

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Clippers star Kawhi Leonard out for Game 1 vs. Mavericks (Yahoo Sports)

Leonard has been dealing with knee inflammation and was questionable prior to being ruled out.

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Clippers' Kawhi Leonard Out with Injury vs. Luka, Mavs in Game 1 of ... (Bleacher Report)

Los Angeles Clippers star forward Kawhi Leonard has been ruled out for Game 1 against the Dallas Mavericks on Sunday with knee inflammation, according to ...

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Kawhi Leonard will miss Game 1 for Los Angeles Clippers against ... (KGET 17)

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Kawhi Leonard will miss the Los Angeles Clippers' playoff opener against the Dallas Mavericks. Leonard had been listed as questionable ...

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Kawhi Leonard will miss Game 1 for Los Angeles Clippers against ... (The Associated Press)

Leonard had been listed as questionable heading into Game 1 on Sunday because of inflammation in his surgically repaired right knee.

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NBA playoffs: Clippers dismantle Mavericks with Kawhi Leonard in ... (Yahoo Sports)

Vintage James Harden and a stifling Clippers defense help lead Los Angeles to a dominant win as Leonard watched from the sideline with a lingering knee ...

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Without Kawhi Leonard, Clippers handle Mavericks in Game 1 (Los Angeles Times)

All-Star forward Kawhi Leonard missed his ninth straight game but the Clippers built a 29-point lead in third quarter to beat Dallas in series opener.

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Clippers' Kawhi Leonard out for Game 1 vs. Mavericks with knee injury (The Athletic)

Leonard last played on March 31 on the road against the Charlotte Hornets, missing the last eight games on the schedule.

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Without Kawhi Leonard, Clippers blowout Mavericks 109-97 in ... (NBC Southern California)

James Harden scored 28 points to lead the Clippers in a blowout opening victory over the Mavericks 109-97 on Sunday to open their first-round playoff ...

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Hernández: Missing Kawhi Leonard almost cost Clippers in Game 1 (Yahoo Sports)

The Clippers hang on for a Game 1 victory over Dallas on Sunday, but their title aspirations would be lifted if Kawhi Leonard returns to the court.

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With Kawhi Leonard out, James Harden steps into an old, familiar role (Yahoo Sport Australia)

If Harden can sustain his success, it could give the Clippers a more formidable attack when Leonard returns.

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LA Clippers pledged to be ready for Game 1 without Kawhi Leonard ... (The Athletic)

The Clippers answered a regular-season question with a standout performance in the playoffs, and they did so without their star player.

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5 takeaways as Kawhi Leonard-less Clippers roll past Mavericks in ... (NBC Southern California)

James Harden and a balanced Clippers attack rolled past Luka Doncic and Dallas 109-97 in Game 1 on Sunday. Here are five takeaways.

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Clippers facing prospect of no Kawhi Leonard in playoff opener ... (KPLC)

Paul George says at ...

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LA Clippers prevail in Game 1 over Mavericks without Kawhi ... (FOX 11 Los Angeles)

"We want Kawhi back when he's ready, but I still think we have enough to continue to push forward and win games when we need to," Paul George said.

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With Joel Embiid, Kawhi Leonard injuries, start of NBA playoffs wasn ... (The Athletic)

"We have a contingency plan, and we have that at every position. We'll keep that internal," Grant Hill said last week.

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Clippers' Kawhi Leonard to Practice; Will He Play in Game 2 vs ... (Sports Illustrated)

Los Angeles Clippers superstar Kawhi Leonard missed Game 1, but having returned to practice, will he be playing in Game 2 against the Dallas Mavericks?

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Clippers say Kawhi Leonard questionable for Game 2 vs. Mavs ... (ESPN Australia)

Leonard participated in practice Monday, but coach Ty Lue said there would be no contact during what he described as a walkthrough practice session designed to ...

Clippers' Kawhi Leonard: Game-time call for Game 2 (CBSSports.com)

Leonard (knee) is questionable for Tuesday's Game 2 against the Mavericks, Law Murray of The Athletic reports. Leonard took part in Monday's practice, ...

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