Should the Toronto Raptors be concerned about Kawhi Leonard? FOX Sports analyst Chris Broussard thinks so.
With Leonard clearly playing through pain as seen in Games 3 and 4 of the Eastern Conference Finals, Broussard wonders if the Raptors All-Star forward is breaking down.
"Kawhi's body may be breaking down on him. … That would be my concern if I'm Toronto." — @Chris_Broussard pic.twitter.com/eQTWcCKZYY
— UNDISPUTED (@undisputed) May 22, 2019
Leonard appeared to suffer an injury to his left leg in Game 3, and the fact that he has been limping ever since is pretty much confirmation of that fact. It's also worth noting that Leonard played for 52 minutes in the said game, which is the most in his career.
Could Leonard's body already be betraying him at the age of 27?
It's hard to say, because this simply could have been an ankle tweak that Leonard is playing through. The fact that he is able to play through pain — considering his concerns over his health with the San Antonio Spurs last season — could also be a sign that the issue is not serious.
More clarification on Leonard's injury is expected to come out soon, and it could just be something as a simple as a minor ankle sprain. Nonetheless, with Leonard coming up for free agency this summer, you have to wonder if teams have his health concerns in the backs of their minds.
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