Encouraging Kawhi Leonard Update During Los Angeles Fires

The LA Clippers star recently left the team to be with his family during the Los Angeles wildfires

Jan 4, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (2) talks during a post game interview after defeating the Atlanta Hawks at Intuit Dome. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images / Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images

This week, it was revealed that LA Clippers superstar Kawhi Leonard stepped away from the team to be with family members who were forced to evacuate during the Los Angeles wildfires.

The wildfires have been one of the biggest tragedies in LA history, ravaging the homes of thousands across the city - including Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick.

While the news has brought mainly tragedy to those in the area, there's a glimmer of positivity for Leonard in the situation. It was revealed by TMZ that Leonard's home in the Pacific Palisades is still intact during the current wildfires.

Sources: Los Angeles Clippers star Kawhi Leonard is stepping away from the team to be with family who were forced to evacuate due to the Los Angeles-area wildfires. #haynesbriefs pic.twitter.com/rthR3Vv4kl

— Chris Haynes (@ChrisBHaynes) January 8, 2025

The situation has become so dire that the NBA has begun canceling games because of it. While they should have canceled the Clippers' game against the Nuggets last night, the league made the proper move today by canceling the Lakers' game against the Hornets tonight. There's no reason for players to play a game of basketball while they're concerned about protecting their homes, especially someone like JJ Redick who just lost his home.

Tragic fires in L.A. have impacted so many, including Lakers personnel such as head coach JJ Redick who lost his home. 🙏🏽 https://t.co/fTbO0NEgST

— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) January 9, 2025

It remains to be seen if the Clippers get their Saturday night game against the Charlotte Hornets canceled among all the chaos, but for now, Thursday night's game between the Lakers and Hornets has been.

Win or lose, the biggest piece of positive news is that Kawhi Leonard and his family's home is safe. Hopefully, no other players in the NBA need to worry about their homes either.

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