Kawhi Leonard’s swelling in injured knee still not completely gone

Kawhi Leonard’s swelling in injured knee still not completely gone

September 24, 2024

The latest knee issue that first popped up for Leonard in early April is still a factor almost six months later. Do some basic math: Six months from now, the regular season will be winding down. Will this be a factor all year? Frank is optimistic it won’t be but would not commit to Leonard being ready for the team’s regular-season opener at Intuit Dome against the Suns on Oct. 23. “I think the timing is all going to depend on how his knee responds to each phase,” Frank said. “No one has a crystal ball. We’re trending in a really, really good direction. I know he’s super determined to have a great year, but the timing when it comes to your body and your health, I don’t think you put time frames on it. I think you just have to respond to how he responds.”