Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard is “out” because of right knee inflammation for Game 1 of the Western Conference playoffs Sunday against the Dallas Mavericks, coach Tyronn Lue said in his pregame news conference.
Game 2 of this best-of-seven series is Tuesday night at Crypto.com Arena on Tuesday night.
Lue said they are unsure when Leonard would be available to play when asked if his best player could be out for multiple games.
“I’m not sure,” Lue said. “Like I said, he’s progressing. He was on the floor the last couple of days and we’re not sure.