Kawhi Leonard Withdraws from Team USA

Los Angeles Clippers Forward Still Recovering from Knee Injury

Kawhi Leonard is no longer participating in Team USA, as announced by USA Basketball on Wednesday. NBA insider Adrian Wojnarowski reports the Clippers star withdrew from the team due to stiffness in his surgically repaired right knee.

This news comes as a disappointment to fans who hoped to see Leonard play for his country in the Summer Olympics this year. However, it's also a reminder that the 29-year-old is still recovering from a major injury that kept him sidelined for most of the 2020-21 NBA season.

Leonard's withdrawal from Team USA serves as a reminder that even the most talented athletes are not immune to injury and that it takes time to fully recover from such setbacks.