Kawhi Leonard Injury Status Update for April 12th, 2026
Kawhi Leonard of the Clippers has been ruled out and will not play today. Kawhi was previously listed as Questionable before being officially ruled out.
This will be the 17th game Kawhi has missed this season.
Kawhi Leonard Season Averages
Kawhi's absence leaves a significant hole in the Clippers rotation. Across 65 games this season, he's averaging 27.9 points, 6.3 rebounds, and 3.6 assists per game while playing 32.1 minutes per night.
| MPG | PPG | RPG | APG | FGA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32.1 | 27.9 | 6.3 | 3.6 | 19.4 |
Clippers Performance With & Without Kawhi Leonard
The numbers tell a clear story about Kawhi's value to the Clippers. With Kawhi in the lineup this season, the team is 37-27. Without him, they've gone 4-12. The Clippers's net rating is 10.2 points worse per 100 possessions when Kawhi plays, which is a substantial gap. Interestingly, the offense has actually been slightly more efficient without him (111.4 vs 117.8), though that can be a small-sample anomaly.
| With | Without | Diff | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Record | 37-27 | 4-12 | — |
| Off Rating | 117.8 | 111.4 | -6.4 |
| Def Rating | 114.5 | 118.2 | +3.7 |
| Net Rating | 3.4 | -6.8 | -10.2 |
| PPG | 114.9 | 110.3 | -4.6 |
Which Teammates Benefit Without Kawhi Leonard?
When Kawhi sits, other Clippers players see increased opportunities. Based on this season's data, Darius Garland and Bogdan Bogdanovic stand to benefit the most from his absence.
When Kawhi has been out this season, Darius Garland has averaged 5.1 more points per game, 5.9 additional field goal attempts and 3.8 more assists.
PPG: +5.1 | FGA: +5.9 | APG: +3.8
When Kawhi has been out this season, Bogdan Bogdanovic has averaged 7.9 more points per game, 4.4 additional field goal attempts, 12.3 extra minutes and 2.5 more assists.
PPG: +7.9 | FGA: +4.4 | MPG: +12.3 | APG: +2.5
Kawhi Leonard Betting Trends
For bettors, Kawhi's absence has historically had a measurable impact on the Clippers's lines and related player props. Here are the most notable trends when Kawhi has been out this season:
💰 Betting Trends (without Leonard) Kris Dunn AST OVER: 12-4 (+8.4u, 3.3 / -109 avg. line) Kris Dunn 3PM UNDER: 10-4 (+5.4u, 1.2 / -135 avg. line)
Full Injury Report — Kawhi Leonard's Game
Here's the complete injury report for tonight's game. Both teams have key players dealing with various ailments heading into this one:
Warriors @ Clippers - April 12, 2026 Golden State Warriors: Draymond Green (Questionable) Jimmy Butler (Out) Los Angeles Clippers: Bradley Beal (Out) Kawhi Leonard (Out)
We'll continue to monitor Kawhi's status and provide updates as they become available. Check back for the latest injury news and lineup updates for the Clippers.