Clippers Announce Kawhi Leonard Injury News After Three Missed Games

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Angelo Guinhawa | Last updated Nov 9, 2025 7:11 AM ET

Kawhi Leonard has been huge for the Los Angeles Clippers to start the 2025-26 NBA season. The six-time All-Star is averaging 24.3 points, 5.7 rebounds, 3.5 assists and 2.5 steals, leading the team in both points and steals.

However, Leonard has played in only six games so far due to an ankle injury. He has missed three straight contests, including the Clippers' latest showdown with the Phoenix Suns.

The Clippers are 3-3 in the games Leonard has played, and they have lost all three outings in which he didn't suit up. Against the Suns on Saturday, Los Angeles lost 114-103 and dropped to 3-6 on the season.

Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (2) talks with team owner Steve Ballmer.Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

The bad news for the Clippers is that Leonard isn't returning anytime soon as he continues his recovery. L.A. coach Ty Lue said as much in his pregame press conference, noting the 34-year-old forward will miss more games.

"He's gonna miss the next few games," Lue said, per reporter Justin Russo. "But nothing serious and we'll just evaluate it from there."

Tyronn Lue, on Kawhi Leonard’s present status: “He’s gonna miss the next few games. But nothing serious and we’ll just evaluate it from there.”

When asked if it was a high ankle sprain: “Ankle sprain.” pic.twitter.com/9bOvWjRluj
— Justin Russo (@FlyByKnite) November 9, 2025

While Lue didn't specify the exact nature of Leonard's injury and how many more games he will miss, the encouraging part is the fact that the issue isn't serious — which suggests it won't be a long-term problem.

Still, playing without their best player has proven tough for the Clippers, and they will need to find ways to string wins together while they wait for his return.

The Clippers return to action at 10:30 p.m. ET Monday against the Atlanta Hawks. They will also face the Denver Nuggets, Dallas Mavericks and Boston Celtics next week.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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