Kawhi Leonard continued his strong start to the NBA preseason by scoring 20 points in 25 minutes as San Antonio beat Detroit 86-81 on Monday night. He finished with 17 points and 13 rebounds and has led the Pistons in points and rebounds in all three games. In other games, Kemba Walker had 15 points to lead Charlotte to a 98-86 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves. James also will be held out of the next two preseason games before playing on Oct. 18 against Washington at Ohio State in the Cavaliers' final preseason game. Carmelo Anthony had his highest point total of the preseason with 19 points, including four 3-pointers, during the victory.

Source: New Zealand Herald October 11, 2016 06:00 UTC