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Kawhi Leonard's Move Went Viral In Lakers-Clippers Game
Feb 28, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (2) shoots against Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) during the second half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

On Sunday evening, the LA Clippers are playing the Los Angeles Lakers (at home).

During the first half, Kawhi Leonard had a big move on Austin Reaves that got a lot of views on social media.

Via The NBA: "KAWHI LEONARD WITH THE NASTY PERIMETER MOVE!

He drills the middy from the short corner"

Leonard had 11 points, four assists and one steal while shooting 5/8 from the field and 1/3 from the three-point range in his first 16 minutes of playing time.

Many fans reacted to the highlight.

@kawhi_muse: "He still ramping up but Kawhi is still a top 5-10 player when he plays man. Can’t wait til the minutes restriction is up."

@JcBeChillin: "I feel like I haven’t seen a Kawhi highlight in years"

@ChefffCurryy999: "Da claw in da houseeeee"

Leonard has only appeared in four games so far this season.

The two-time NBA Champion came into the night with averages of 12.2 points, 3.0 rebounds, 1.0 assists and 1.2 steals per contest while shooting 42.9% from the field and 35.7% from the three-point range.

He is in his sixth season playing for the Clippers.

The Clippers have had a solid start to the year with a 23-17 record in 40 games, which has them as the fifth seed in the Western Conference.

They are in the middle of a three-game winning streak.

Following the Lakers, the Clippers will play their next game on Monday night when they remaina to host Zach LaVine and the Chicago Bulls.


This article first appeared on Fastbreak on SI and was syndicated with permission.

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