Everyone was in awe of Kawhi Leonard on Monday night as he posted an incredible 39 points, three rebounds, five assists, and two steals against the Denver Nuggets.
He was a huge part of the Los Angeles Clippers’ win over the Nuggets, tying the series 1-1.
Following the game, his teammate James Harden had a lot to say about Leonard, and it was nothing but praise.
“It felt like he didn’t miss a shot. His shot-making ability is elite,” Harden said, via NBA on X. “That’s the aggressiveness we need from him. No matter what’s going on, no matter who’s guarding him, he just gets to his spot and raises up. Big time player. He played big time tonight.”
“It felt like he didn’t miss a shot. His shot-making ability is elite.”@JHarden13 was in awe of @kawhileonard‘s 39-PT performance on 15-19 FGM 🌟🌟 pic.twitter.com/5tW7EOW0E8
— NBA (@NBA) April 22, 2025
“Big time player” is a perfect way to describe Leonard, who has been sensational for all of his career, including the last few months.
There were worries about Leonard this year, as there have been for the seasons before.
He has a bad history of injuries, including during the postseason, and people were concerned that he would get hurt when the team needed him most.
But that hasn’t been the case this year.
Instead, Leonard has been looking like his vintage self and has averaged 21.5 points, 5.9 rebounds, and 3.1 assists per game on 49.8 percent from the field.
And as the playoffs came closer, Leonard got healthier and the Clippers’ place in the playoffs seemed more certain.
Now he is back in the postseason, healthier than he has been in years.
He is reminding people why he’s a six-time All-Star, two-time Finals MVP, and a member of the NBA 75th Anniversary Team.
A lot of people had forgotten how good Leonard can be in the playoffs, and now they are fearing him.
