What happened to Kawhi Leonard? Read on to get updated information surrounding his injury and more.
Professional basketball player Kawhi Leonard started his NBA career with the San Antonio Spurs, where he helped the team win a championship.
Additionally, Leonard has also performed for the Toronto Raptors, as well as the Los Angeles Clippers, amid their 2018 championship season.
Leonard has made five All-Star appearances and was named to three NBA First Team All-Star teams. He was called the “Claw” or “Klaw” for his ball-hawking talents.
Moreover, he’s also been chosen to seven All-Defensive Teams and Defensive Player of the Year in 2015 and 2016.
Injury Update: What Happened To Kawhi Leonard?
Following Game 4 of the 2021 Western Conference Semifinals, Leonard injured his right knee. After a drive near the hoop versus former Jazz player Joe Ingles, the two-time NBA Finals MVP came up hobbling.
Tragically for Leonard, the knee problem was more significant than he had anticipated, and his incredible postseason run came to an end. Leonard underwent successful surgery to fix a partly torn ACL on July 13, according to the Clippers, who also stated that “there is no timeframe for his comeback.”
Although it’s tough to predict how long time Leonard will be out, injury specialist Jeff Stotts believes he’ll be back next year.
Kawhi Leonard Wife: Is He Married?
Kawhi Leonard is not wedded, but he and his partner Kishele Shipley have a husband and wife relationship, as per reports.
Leonard and Shipley have two gorgeous children despite the fact that they are not married. While Leonard was competing for the San Antonio Spurs, their daughter Kaliyah was born in the summer of 2016.
Moreover, the couple recently had a boy, in April of last year. Leonard named his kid Mark Leonard after his late father. As per rumors, the couple has been dating for almost seven years.
They are said to have met at San Diego State University, where Leonard also received his bachelor’s degree.
The 31-year-old (born in San Diego, California, on April 10, 1989), like her basketball player partner, avoids the limelight, thus information about her personal life is limited.
Besides, she is also a graduate of San Diego State University with a bachelor’s degree in public administration.
What Is Kawhi Leonard’s Net Worth?
According to Celebrity Net Worth, Kawhi Leonard, an American professional basketball player has a net worth of $80 million USD.
With a basic salary of $39.3 million, Kawhi Leonard is one of the top ten highest-paid players in the NBA. Each year, he makes millions more through endorsements. Kawhi Leonard made $150 million in NBA salaries during his first decade in the league.