The Clippers enter the NBA Playoffs with uncertainty surrounding Kawhi Leonard's health once again.
The star forward has been sidelined with "right knee inflammation" since April 1, and his status is still in jeopardy for LA's first-round series against the Mavericks.
Any absence for Leonard could spell danger for the Clippers. The two-time Finals MVP is the key to their success, averaging 23.7 points, 6.1 rebounds, 3.6 assists and 1.6 steals per game this season.
Will Leonard be able to shake off his injury and suit up for Game 1? The Sporting News has you covered with the latest updates below.
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Is Kawhi Leonard playing tonight?
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The Clippers have listed Leonard as questionable for Game 1.
On Saturday, LA head coach Ty Lue told the media that Leonard "has been shooting and will shoot more with the team today," but he still has not been cleared for contact.
"He shot yesterday, he was on the floor. [Saturday], he will be able to shoot more with a little bit more movement. And he is going to go through some of the practice as well," Lue added.
Leonard's teammate, Paul George, may have unintentionally admitted that Leonard would not be ready for the first game of the series.
"I do think at some point he will be with us," George told the media the day before Game 1. That is not exactly encouraging to hear.
Leonard missed 14 games this season. The Clippers went 7-7 in those games.
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What channel is Clippers vs. Mavericks?
- Date: Sunday, April 21
- TV channel: ABC
- Live streaming: Sling TV
The Clippers and Mavericks will face off for Game 1 on Sunday, April 21. The game will air on ABC. Viewers can also stream the game on Sling TV.
Fans in the U.S. can watch the NBA Playoffs on Sling TV. Sling is the home for avid sports fans offering a range of sports channels so you can always cheer for your favorite teams with channels like ESPN, TBS, TNT, NFL Network, FS1 and more.
What time is Clippers vs. Mavericks tonight?
- Date: Sunday, April 21
- Time: 3:30 p.m. ET | 12:30 p.m. PT
Sunday's playoff game between the Clippers and Mavericks is scheduled to tip off around 3:30 p.m. ET from Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles.
Mavericks vs. Clippers schedule
Games 1, 2, 5 and 7 will be played in Los Angeles, while Games 3, 4 and 6 will be played in Dallas. Here is the complete schedule for Mavericks vs. Clippers:
| Date | Game | Time (ET) | TV/Live stream |
| April 21 | Game 1 | 3:30 p.m. | ABC, Sling |
| April 23 | Game 2 | 10 p.m. | TNT, Sling |
| April 26 | Game 3 | 8 p.m. | ESPN, Sling |
| April 28 | Game 4 | 3:30 p.m. | ABC, Sling |
| May 1 | Game 5* | TBD | TBD |
| May 3 | Game 6* | TBD | TBD |
| May 5 | Game 7* | TBD | TBD |
*If necessary
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