Kawhi Leonard Returns in Cleveland
CLEVELAND — Kawhi Leonard made his long-awaited return to the court on Sunday night, but his presence couldn’t spark a win for the Los Angeles Clippers, who fell to the Cleveland Cavaliers. Leonard played limited minutes after missing time with a leg injury, showing flashes of his trademark defense and midrange control.
Donovan Mitchell Leads Cavaliers
Donovan Mitchell powered the Cavaliers with a 37-point performance, dominating both from the perimeter and in the paint. He sealed the game with a sequence of late baskets as Cleveland held off several attempts by the Clippers to close the gap in the fourth quarter.
James Harden Cools Off
After a string of efficient scoring games, James Harden’s shooting touch faded in this matchup. The veteran guard struggled from beyond the arc but still contributed with playmaking and free-throw scoring. His rhythm never quite matched Mitchell’s consistency through the night.
Clippers Head Home
Despite the loss, the Clippers welcomed Leonard’s return as a positive step before heading back to Los Angeles. Coach Tyronn Lue emphasized postgame that the team’s health remains the top priority with a long stretch of home games approaching.
“We’re just glad to have Kawhi back,” Lue said. “Now it’s about getting him comfortable again and building our rhythm as a team.”
Author’s Summary
Kawhi Leonard’s return offered a spark but wasn’t enough to overcome Donovan Mitchell’s 37-point surge as the Cavaliers outlasted the Clippers in Cleveland.
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