Although Kawhi Leonard has done beyond well for himself throughout his NBA career, even if he began with training wheels on the San Antonio Spurs in a slow offensive start, a third championship has to be the only goal on his mind. An MVP or Defensive Player of the Year award next season would be nice, but the value of both does not come close to a playing part in the first title in the LA Clippers’ franchise history.
Furthermore, in the offseason, training means most to players dedicated to winning. This phase begins after the NBA Finals for some and around training camp for others, yet Leonard embraces the mentality Kobe Bryant left behind by gaining a head start over everyone else.