LOS ANGELES — Kawhi Leonard and the Los Angeles Clippers are tackling the NBA’s regular season at their own pace, occasionally sacrificing short-term form for the long-term goal of a championship. I think we all know that,” Clippers coach Doc Rivers said. Leonard proved to the basketball world last season that pacing himself through the marathon league season can reap the greatest reward. In the end, when it mattered, he raised his game and ultimately the Larry O’Brien Trophy as the NBA champions. The Clippers are following a similar blueprint while resting Leonard on the second night of back-to-back games.

Source: National Post January 11, 2020 21:11 UTC