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Kawhi Leonard
#2SF · Los Angeles Clippers
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Height
6'6"
Weight
225 lbs
Age
34
College
San Diego State
Experience
14 yrs
Wingspan
7'3.0"
Reach
8'10.0"
Hand Size
9.75" × 11.25"
C+
CVI
D
Sentiment
A+
Performance
—
Fan Verdict
Fan Verdict
Grade this player:
Career StatsA+
Year
Team
GP
PPG
RPG
APG
SPG
BPG
FG%
3PT%
FT%
Career
788
28.3
6.3
3.6
2.0
0.4
50.4%
39.2%
86.4%
2025-26
56
28.3
6.3
3.6
2.0
0.4
50.4%
38.5%
90.1%
2024-25
7
25.0
7.6
4.7
1.1
0.7
53.7%
40.5%
77.8%
2023-24
2
12.0
8.0
2.0
2.0
0.5
45.8%
0.0%
66.7%
2022-23
2
34.5
6.5
6.0
2.0
0.5
54.5%
60.0%
88.2%
2020-21
11
30.4
7.7
4.4
2.1
0.8
57.3%
39.3%
88.0%
2019-20
13
28.2
9.3
5.5
2.3
0.8
48.9%
32.9%
86.2%
2018-19
24
30.5
9.1
3.9
1.7
0.7
49.0%
37.9%
88.4%
2017-18
9
16.2
4.7
2.3
2.0
1.0
46.8%
31.4%
81.6%
2016-17
12
27.7
7.8
4.6
1.7
0.5
52.5%
45.5%
93.1%
2015-16
10
22.5
6.3
2.8
2.6
1.4
50.0%
43.6%
82.4%
2014-15
7
20.3
7.4
2.6
1.1
0.6
47.7%
42.3%
77.1%
2013-14
23
14.3
6.7
1.7
1.7
0.6
51.0%
41.9%
73.6%
2012-13
21
13.5
9.0
1.0
1.8
0.5
54.5%
39.0%
63.3%
2011-12
14
8.6
5.9
0.6
1.2
0.4
50.0%
45.0%
81.3%
Recent Games
Date
OPP
Result
MIN
PTS
REB
AST
STL
BLK
FG
3PT
+/-
Wed, 4/8
vs DAL
W 116-103
30
34
4
3
1
0
11-19
6-10
+11
Current Contract
Length
2 years
Total Value
$100.3M
Guaranteed
$100.3M
AAV
$50.1M/yr
Guaranteed %100%
Contract Value Index (CVI)
C+
Fair Value
OverpayFair ValueGreat Value
Kawhi Leonard's two-year, $50.1M AAV extension with the Clippers earns a C+ CVI, reflecting the complicated reality of paying elite money for elite talent wrapped in unreliable packaging. When healthy, Leonard remains a franchise-caliber two-way force who can anchor a championship run, but his injury history transforms what should be a slam-dunk max deal into a calculated gamble. The Clippers are essentially betting $100+ million that Leonard can stay on the court long enough to justify eating up nearly 40% of their salary cap space, severely limiting their roster-building flexibility around aging stars Paul George and Russell Westbrook. At 32, Leonard is entering the phase where elite wings typically begin their decline, making this short-term commitment both a win-now move and a hedge against further deterioration. The abbreviated timeline actually works in LA's favor—they avoid the back-end albatross years that often plague superstar deals while maintaining the flexibility to reassess in 2026. This CVI grade captures the tension between Leonard's undeniable on-court value and the very real possibility that injuries continue to undermine his availability when it matters most.
Performance Analysis
A+
#1 of 119 Small Forwards
FCA+
Kawhi Leonard is playing at an elite level this season, earning an A+ Performance grade. Among NBA small forwards, he's producing at an All-Star or All-NBA caliber. He's averaging 28.3 points, 6.3 rebounds, and 3.6 assists through 788 games — carrying a significant offensive load. Kawhi's strongest area is PPG at 28.3, which compares favorably to the small forward median of 15.0. The biggest area for growth is APG at 3.6 (small forward median: 4.0). Among 119 NBA small forwards graded this season, Kawhi ranks 1st. Kawhi is a cornerstone of the Los Angeles Clippers' roster and is performing at a level that warrants his place among the league's best.
Current Sentiment
D
Negative
NegativeNeutralPositive
Kawhi remains an elite two-way performer with A-grade production and massive contract value. Load management discourse is normalized; media skepticism doesn't diminish his on-court excellence. Trade speculation reflects high demand, signaling other teams covet his talent badly. Off-court allegations create mild noise but don't substantially damage elite player standing. Overall: respected franchise cornerstone with proven star production offsetting procedural concerns.
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Transaction History
No transactions found for this player.
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