🔥Kawhi's quad injury strained his relationship with the Spurs, leading to tension and uncertainty.
💔Disagreements over diagnosis and rehab worsened the situation, with Kawhi's camp taking control.
😡Teammates and coaches expressed frustration over Kawhi's absence and lack of communication.
🏀Popovich's wife's passing further complicated matters, as he dealt with personal grief.
🤝The Spurs were willing to make a deal but hoped to mend the relationship with Kawhi.
What caused the strain in Kawhi Leonard's relationship with the San Antonio Spurs?
—Kawhi's quad injury and disagreements over diagnosis and rehab caused tension and strain.
How did teammates and coaches react to Kawhi's absence?
—Teammates and coaches expressed frustration over Kawhi's absence and lack of communication.
What role did Popovich's wife's passing play in the situation?
—Popovich's wife's passing further complicated matters, as he dealt with personal grief.
Was there a possibility of a trade involving Kawhi Leonard?
—The Spurs were willing to make a deal, but they also hoped to mend the relationship with Kawhi.
What was the outcome of the meeting between Kawhi and Popovich?
—The outcome of the meeting remained uncertain, with the future of their relationship in question.
00:00- [Joe] Relationships can often be complicated.
02:26During the 2017-'18 season, Kawhi's quad became a major topic of discussion.
04:57Leonard and his camp supposedly ghosted the Spurs.
08:50As the end of the regular season neared, Kawhi went back to New York for rehab.
12:22The Spurs were stuck in their ways, reluctant to adjust, and Kawhi wasn't really feeling it.
