Kawhi Leonard is the architect of the recovery of the Los Angeles Clippers, once again protagonists of a surprising comeback.
NBA night with Victor Wembanyama silencing TD Garden of Boston narrowly winning against the Celtics; overwhelming victory of the Charlotte Hornets against the Utah Jazz with a gap of 55 points; The Cavs take revenge against the Timberwolves and the Pacers who win another match against Pontecchio’s Miami Heat.
The news of the day, however, is yet another comeback signed by the Los Angeles Clippers. Coach Lue’s boys accomplished a feat recovering 19 points against the Eastern Conference leaders: the Detroit Pistons.
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Kawhi Leonard and an immense John Collins in Detroit
Since he came back Kawhi Leonard on a permanent basisthe team led by Tyronn Lue has completely changed gear.
In fact, after a terrible start in which the Los Angeles franchise was stable in last position, the Clippers have now overtaken four teams to take two wins behind the Memphis Grizzliesa franchise that occupies the last place valid for the play ins.
Kawhi Leonard had a devastating end to December with 45 point games and a career high of 55 points made. These days the numbers are lower, but the impact on the field is equally decisive on both ends of the pitch.
However, his performance against the Detroit Pistons saw the following statistics: 26 points, 8 rebounds, 4 steals, 1 assist in the 31 minutes he played on the court. However, the 19-point comeback against the Pistons it didn’t happen only thanks to the contribution of Kawhi Leonard.
John Collins scored 25 points, James Harden shot poorly, but still managed to have a game with 19 points, 7 assists and 7 rebounds. Ivica Zubac made his presence under the basket count with 17 points which were decisive for the final success with a score of 98 a 92 per i Clippers.
