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Toronto Raptors forward Kawhi Leonard ended the series against the Philadelphia 76ers in spectacular fashion, hitting a game-winning shot at the buzzer. However, according to Kawhi, he felt he had to make up for the mistakes he had made just prior to the shot.
Leonard missed a free throw with 10.8 seconds remaining that was followed by an easy bucket from Sixers forward Jimmy Butler to tie the game 90-all.
Article Continues Below“I tried to race down (the lane) and get a rebound. Probably should have sprinted back to give some help on that layup Jimmy (Butler) made.”
It is safe to say that Leonard more than made up for any mistakes he made throughout the series. Perhaps, it was his will that forced the miraculous shot to somehow bounce in. Regardless, his comments just go to show what it is that makes him so special.
Leonard was nothing short of spectacular in the series against Philadelphia. It is no secret that their success largely hinged on his performance and he was able to close the deal for them.
Toronto will now get ready to face its toughest test of the year in the Milwaukee Bucks. Leonard's attention to detail will undoubtedly go a long way for them in the Eastern Conference Finals. If the rest of the Raptors roster would follow the same creed as him, they should be able to provide a tough challenge to the heavily-favored Bucks.
