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January 22, 2026
Questionable for Thursday
Leonard (knee) is questionable to play Thursday versus the Lakers, NBA writer Justin Russo reports.
Analysis
Leonard has missed the past three games for the Clippers, but there's a chance he'll be able to get back out there Thursday evening. If Leonard can return, Kobe Sanders will likely head back to the second unit and there will be fewer minutes available for Nicolas Batum and Jordan Miller.
January 18, 2026
Out for at least two more games
Leonard will not play during the final two games of the Clippers' road trip due to left knee irritation, NBA reporter Chris Haynes reports.
Analysis
Leonard was sidelined for the Clippers' overtime win over the Raptors on Friday due to an ankle injury, but the superstar forward has been sent home to get treatment for a left knee contusion that he suffered against the Pistons on Jan. 10, per NBA writer Justin Russo. Leonard won't be available Monday or Tuesday against the Wizards and Bulls, respectively, but he could return for Thursday's bout against the Lakers. Kobe Sanders could remain in the Clippers' starting lineup for as long as Leonard is sidelined.
January 16, 2026
Ruled out Friday
Leonard (ankle) won't play in Friday's game against the Raptors, Joey Linn of SI.com reports.
Analysis
Leonard is missing his first contest since Nov. 22 due to an ankle injury. The star forward's next chance to play comes Monday in Washington. Jordan Miller and Kobe Sanders are both worthy of streaming consideration in fantasy leagues Friday, especially if John Collins (groin) remains out. The extent of Leonard's injury remains unclear, but he was in the midst of a hot streak before this absence, averaging 32.7 points, 6.9 rebounds, 3.8 assists, 2.6 steals and 1.0 blocks in 35.3 minutes per game over his past 13 appearances.
January 15, 2026
Questionable for Friday
Leonard (ankle) is questionable for Friday's game in Toronto, Law Murray of The Athletic reports.
Analysis
Leonard has been playing through the ankle issue the past few games, but it hasn't impacted his play all that much, as he's scored a total of 68 points in his past two outings. Check back for another update on Leonard closer to Friday's tip.
January 15, 2026
Drains seven threes in victory
Leonard closed with 33 points (9-22 FG, 7-11 3Pt, 8-8 FT), three rebounds, four assists and four steals in 30 minutes during Wednesday's 119-105 win over Washington.
Analysis
Although Leonard carried an injury tag earlier in the day, he ended up taking the floor and scored a team-high 33 points while on a mild minute restriction. He showed no ill effects from a lingering ankle injury that he's played through successfully, but the Clippers have a back-to-back set that begins Monday. Although the All-Star's routine benchings in those scenarios have tapered off, there's always a chance that he could take a night off.