Spurs coach questions Kawhi Leonard’s leadership but not effort

Both sides have seemingly moved on from the Kawhi Leonard trade, but San Antonio Spurs coach Gregg Popovich used a recent question to offer a surprising assessment of Leonard’s leadership abilities.

Speaking to reporters before the Spurs played the Bucks in Milwaukee this past week, Popovich was asked about the importance of Patty Mills’ leadership in lieu of Leonard’s trade and the departure of long-time stars Tony Parker (free agency) and Manu Ginobili (retirement).

Popovich’s take on Leonard’s tumultuous final season in San Antonio was not at all flattering.