Jan 27, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant (35) shoots over LA Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (2) during the first half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images

Kevin Durant's Kawhi Leonard Statement After Clippers-Suns

Originally posted on Los Angeles Clippers on SI
By Farbod Esnaashari | Last updated Jan 28, 2025 1:22 AM ET

There was once a moment in time when it seemed like Kawhi Leonard and Kevin Durant could have become teammates in the summer of 2019. While that never ended up happening, Durant has nothing but love for Leonard, especially as one of his peers who has also gone through serious injury.

While Leonard has seen a higher share of serious injuries compared to Durant, the two share a special bond as elite superstars who have successfully recovered from them.

Kawhi Leonard and Kevin Durant have discussed possibility of playing together, per @wojespn pic.twitter.com/9V2ORwuaMs
— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) June 29, 2019

After the Phoenix Suns defeated the LA Clippers on Monday night, Durant gave some encouraging words to Leonard as he gets back into playing shape from his most recent knee injury.

“He looks great to me," Durant said. "He’s moving in the right direction. Hate to see an all-time great have significant injuries and miss significant time. He means so much to the game of basketball. Around the world and in LA. It’s good to see him back.”

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

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