- San Antonio Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich made clear on Sunday that a potential heroic playoff return of Kawhi Leonard would be strictly up to Leonard and his advisors.
- Leonard has played in just nine games this season due to injury despite being cleared by team doctors in February.
- Second opinions from Leonard's advisors and doctors have kept him from returning to the court.
- Leonard's extended absence has caused a significant rift in the Spurs' normally stoic locker room and could have substantial ramifications regarding his potential extension.
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Gregg Popovich gave an ominous answer as to when Kawhi Leonard might return
Gregg Popovich said on Sunday that Kawhi Leonard's return was up to him and his team.
The San Antonio Spurs are in a tight spot in the NBA playoffs.
Facing the reigning champions and already down 1-0 to the Golden State Warriors, there is little doubt that All-Star Kawhi Leonard would be a welcome addition to the Spurs. Unfortunately for them, such a return looks highly doubtful.
Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich was asked about the possibility of Leonard coming back to help the Spurs during their playoff push on Sunday, and his answer didn't exactly inspire hope at the prospect.
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Kawhi Leonard's extended absence has been a cloud hovering over the Spurs for almost the entire second half of the NBA season. reportedly been set to return to the team
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