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After 253 days away from the game, Kawhi Leonard finally made his much-anticipated return to the court on Saturday. While his performance seemed subdued, Leonard described the process leading up to his comeback as the real challenge. “There was nothing hard about playing tonight,” the LA Clippers star said following his team’s dominant 131-105 victory over the Atlanta Hawks at the brand-new Intuit Dome. “We took the right steps to get me to this point. Playing basketball was the easy part. This is what I love to do. The hard part was not playing, rehabbing, and not being able to compete with my teammates.”

Leonard’s return marked the first time he stepped onto the court since Game 3 of the Clippers’ first-round playoff series against the Dallas Mavericks back in April. During his 19 minutes of play, Leonard tallied 12 points, three assists, one rebound, and a steal. While these numbers may seem modest, his presence on the floor was anything but.

The Journey Back

The 33-year-old forward has been battling persistent inflammation in his surgically repaired right knee, a condition that sidelined him through training camp, preseason, and the Clippers’ first 34 regular-season games. His path to recovery has been anything but smooth, filled with countless hours of rehabilitation and uncertainty.

Leonard’s first shot of the game was a three-pointer from the left wing, draining it effortlessly with just under 10 minutes remaining in the first quarter. The crowd at the $2 billion Intuit Dome greeted him with a raucous ovation, celebrating his return to the starting lineup. However, Leonard emphasized that his comeback would be gradual, cautioning fans not to expect immediate fireworks.

“We’re still easing me into the game,” Leonard explained. “Anybody expecting me to drop 20 or 30 points right away—we’re not on anyone’s timetable. Tonight was treated like a preseason game. We’re building towards something bigger, and I’ll continue to work on getting back to full strength.”

A Team Effort

Leonard’s playing time was limited to 20 minutes, with only 3 minutes and 36 seconds logged in the second half. Clippers coach Ty Lue clarified that the team would take a cautious approach with Leonard’s minutes, ensuring his long-term health.

“His presence on the floor makes it easier for everyone else,” Lue said. “It’s great to have him back. We’re treating this like a preseason for him to get his legs under him. Tonight was a good start, and our goal is to keep progressing game by game.”

Leonard’s teammates echoed the excitement surrounding his return. Norman Powell, who led the Clippers with 20 points, highlighted the impact Leonard’s presence had on the team’s offense.

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