Kawhi Leonard
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Kawhi Leonard
The robot who ghosted an entire franchise. Kawhi Leonard's silent treatment of the Spurs organization and mysterious inj...
WHY WE HATE HIM
The robot who ghosted an entire franchise. Kawhi Leonard's silent treatment of the Spurs organization and mysterious injury saga turned one of the NBA's most respected players into a controversial figure. His "load management" approach changed the league but frustrated fans who paid to see him play. The Clippers' playoff failures despite his massive contract have only added to the criticism. He watched Spurs playoff games from a luxury box instead of the bench, alienating everyone.
VILLAIN RESUME
TIMELINE OF TERROR
Mysterious Injury
Sat out entire season with mysterious quad injury, creating rift with Spurs organization and teammates.
Tony Parker Comments
Tony Parker said his quad injury was "100 times worse," creating awkward comparison with Kawhi's absence.
Spurs Divorce
Forced trade from Spurs after hiding in New York, devastating loyal franchise and ending dynasty era.
"The Shot" on Sixers
Hit series-winning buzzer-beater on four bounces, breaking Philadelphia's hearts in iconic moment.
Left Raptors After Title
Abandoned Raptors immediately after winning championship, using them as one-year rental to get to LA.
Load Management Master
Continued pattern of sitting out games for "load management," drawing criticism for resting healthy.
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GREATEST VILLAIN MOMENT
"Watching the 2018 Spurs playoff games from a luxury box instead of the bench was the ultimate betrayal. While his teammates battled on the court, Kawhi sat in comfort, refusing to communicate with Pop or the organization. The cold, calculated way he forced his exit from one of the NBA's classiest organizations made him a villain. Then using Toronto as a one-year rental to get to LA broke Canadian hearts."
THE DEFENSE
Kawhi had legitimate injury concerns that the Spurs medical staff misdiagnosed. He had every right to seek outside opinions and protect his health and career. His load management keeps him healthy for the playoffs. He won Toronto their only championship in franchise history. He's been open about his chronic injury issues and his right to choose where he plays in free agency.
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