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Kawhi Leonard's Honest Statement on Relationship With James Harden
Los Angeles Clippers guard James Harden (1) reacts after forward Kawhi Leonard (2) scores three point basket against the Brooklyn Nets during the second half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

For the past five seasons, Kawhi Leonard's runningmate on the LA Clippers was All-Star Paul George. After George's departure, his new one-two punch will be with James Harden. While it may seem like the two may not have much of a relationship because of how new the bond is, Leonard says otherwise.

During Clippers media day, Kawhi Leonard was asked about his relationship with James Harden, to which he offered a surpsingly lenghty response.

“I mean the relationship’s been great," Leonard said. "He came in last year wanting to win and saying that he wanted to sacrifice and do the things that we needed to do to win games. Going into this year he has the same mindset, and you just want another guy who is like minded and willing to take those risks to win. Yeah, I think it’s a good relationship so far."

One of the most important aspects Kawhi Leonard values in his friendship with Harden is how transparent they can be with each other as teammates.

"We could be transparent to each other if we are playing good or bad so I think it will be good moving forward," Leonard said.

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

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