Mar 18, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (2) controls the ball against Cleveland Cavaliers forward De'Andre Hunter (12) 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-Cavaliers

Originally posted on Los Angeles Clippers on SI
By Farbod Esnaashari | Last updated Mar 19, 2025 2:42 AM ET

On Tuesday night, the LA Clippers pulled off their most unexpected win of the season against the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Both the Clippers and Cavaliers entered the game fully healthy and delivered a blistering shootout. Somehow, the Clippers not only survived but outperformed the Cavaliers in the second half. Even with some questionable officiating in the third quarter, the Clippers still kept their composure.

After the game, LA Clippers superstar Kawhi Leonard was about his growth during the season after the statement win, to which he gave a very blunt response.

"I'm playing the game. I don't care. Whatever I need to do to win that night, that's what I'll do," Leonard said. "It's not about making a statement."

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