Former San Diego State standout Kawhi Leonard will not play for the U.S. Olympic men's basketball team, USA Basketball announced Wednesday just hours before its exhibition opener against Canada in Las Vegas.
Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard looks to pass the ball during the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Orlando Magic, Friday, Jan. 29, 2021, in Orlando, Fla.
"Kawhi has been ramping up for the Olympics over the past several weeks and had a few strong practices in Las Vegas," according to a USA Basketball statement."He felt ready to compete. "He earned the opportunity to represent the United States, but USA Basketball and Clippers leadership felt it's important to allow Kawhi to prepare for the NBA season," Hill said in a statement.
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