The playoff picture is beginning to look grim for the Los Angeles Clippers . On Thursday, they face a challenging nationally-televised matchup against the Nikola Jokić-led Denver Nuggets who are currently tied for first place in the Western Conference standings with the Minnesota Timberwolves. Kawhi Leonard , who had a strong case for MVP contention, was listed on the injury report with right knee soreness for the second game this week.
PREVIOUS COVERAGE: Kawhi Leonard to miss Tuesday night’s game against Sacramento with knee sorenessThe unexpected update on Leonard occurred ahead of Tuesday’s game against Sacramento. ESPN reported the two-time NBA Finals MVP returned to LA early for treatment. The Kings were a team the Clippers had defeated twice earlier this season. Without Leonard, the Clippers lost 109-95. Russell Westbrook had more points than anyone on the starting lineup with 20 points against Sacramento, while Paul George had 1
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