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Eddie Johnson predicts Kawhi Leonard's Hall of Fame wait

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 12:42 PM

Last updated Sep 16, 2026

Eddie Johnson predicts Kawhi Leonard's Hall of Fame wait
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Eddie Johnson commented that Kawhi Leonard will likely not be a first-ballot Hall of Famer upon retirement. He believes Leonard may face a delayed entry into the Hall, suggesting it could take three to four years before he is voted in. This view highlights the tensions surrounding Leonard's standing in the league and his legacy compared to peers. Johnson's remarks arrived during a segment on SiriusXM NBA Radio.

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  • •Eddie Johnson claims Kawhi Leonard will not be a first-ballot Hall of Famer.
  • •Johnson expects Leonard may be delayed in Hall of Fame induction.
  • •Remarks were made on SiriusXM NBA Radio.
  • •Leonard's voting could be impacted by perceptions of his career.
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  • 12:42 PMYahoo Sports — “When he retires, he will not get in there the first …
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