Kawhi Leonard on Defensive Changes After Clippers’ Loss to Lakers

Kawhi Leonard: “We probably need to make star scorers pass more”

After the Clippers’ 135–118 loss to the Lakers, Kawhi Leonard reflected on the team’s defense and emphasized the need for better discipline against elite offensive players. He noted that opposing stars, like Luka Dončić who recently scored 43 points, are being allowed too much freedom.

Leonard stated:

“We probably need to make star scorers pass more.”

He explained that defensive schemes must focus on forcing top scorers into distributing the ball rather than letting them dictate the game through isolation plays. Leonard’s comments come as part of the Clippers’ ongoing effort to find consistency on defense as the season progresses.

Key Takeaways

“It’s about applying the right pressure and making it tough for everyone,” Leonard added.

Author’s Summary

Leonard called for stronger, more disciplined defense, urging his team to push star players to share the ball and reduce individual scoring dominance.

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