Raptors' Kawhi Leonard begins return-to-play process after knee swelling
Leonard averaged 19.5 points in his two games for a Raptors team that ranks seventh in net rating.
- Leonard: 19.5 points and 7 rebounds in 25.8 minutes a game
- Leonard: 32.9% usage rate, 47.7% true shooting
- Raptors: 4-3, 7th of 30 teams in net rating
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Kawhi Leonard has begun the return-to-play process, the Toronto Raptors said, after his left knee progressed following treatment for swelling, The Stein Line's Marc Stein reported Tuesday.
Leonard has played two games this season, both starts. He averaged 19.5 points and 7 rebounds in 25.8 minutes, with a 32.9% usage rate. His true shooting percentage is 47.7, though Toronto outscored opponents by 3.5 points a game with him on the floor.
The Raptors are 4-3 with a net rating of 7.4, seventh of 30 teams. They rank fifth on defense and ninth on offense.
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The Raptors say Kawhi Leonard’s left knee is progressing after treatment to address swelling and Leonard has begun the return-to-play process. https://t.co/Znu8774eiT
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