Clippers conclude the Kawhi Leonard era following seven seasons in Inglewood
Sports Illustrated • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 6, 2026, 12:32 PM
Last updated Sep 6, 2026

The Kawhi Leonard era in Inglewood has concluded after seven years. Since his arrival in 2019, the organization sought to establish a championship-caliber team around the forward. The team now faces a period of transition as management assesses the long-term impact of his tenure. Reports indicate that the organization faces significant challenges following the conclusion of his contract. The conclusion of this era signals a shift in the current team strategy moving forward. Internal evaluations are expected to continue as the team recalibrates its roster and future objectives.
- •Kawhi Leonard concludes his tenure with the Clippers after seven seasons.
- •The team joined forces with Leonard in 2019.
- •Clippers leadership faces a difficult period of transition.
- •The organization now assesses the long-term effects of the last seven years.
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"The Clippers have a long, painful road ahead of them. Was it worth it? Not even close.
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