Feb 4, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) controls the ball against Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (2) during the second half at Intuit Dome. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

Kawhi Leonard's Blunt Statement After Clippers' Blowout Loss to Lakers

Originally posted on Los Angeles Clippers on SI
By Logan Struck | Last updated Feb 5, 2025 1:27 AM ET

With Thursday's trade deadline looming over in the near distance, the LA Clippers continue to slip and find themselves in a vulnerable position. After taking a horrible loss to the Toronto Raptors on Sunday, they fell to their crosstown rival, the LA Lakers on Tuesday.

The Clippers got thrashed by the Lakers at home, losing 122-97 behind 26 points from superstar LeBron James.

Clippers star duo of James Harden and Kawhi Leonard combined for just 18 points on 6-23 shooting from the field and 1-7 from deep, as LA put together an underwhelming performance. Kawhi spoke on the Clippers' struggles following the loss, dropping a harsh, truthful statement.

This article first appeared on Los Angeles Clippers on SI and was syndicated with permission.

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