Kawhi Leonard is making headlines for his impressive performances on the court, leading the LA Clippers to their third consecutive victory on Friday night. The Clippers triumphed over the Portland Trail Blazers with a solid score of 119-103 at the Moda Center in Portland, Oregon. Leonard’s contributions were significant, as he delivered a standout performance with 28 points, eight rebounds, and six assists.
A notable highlight for Leonard in this game was his perfect free throw performance, making all 12 attempts. This accomplishment extends his remarkable streak of consecutive made free throws to an impressive 52, showcasing his exceptional skill from the line.
Currently, Leonard boasts a phenomenal free throw percentage of 98.2 for the season, converting 107 out of 109 attempts. This puts him in a remarkable position to challenge the NBA’s all-time record for single-season free throw percentage, previously set by Jose Calderon at 98.1 percent during the 2008-09 season.
While it may be difficult for Leonard to maintain these statistics given his role as a frequent shooter, his improvement from the free throw line is notably significant. Last season, he had an 81.0 percent free throw average and stands at 86.4 percent for his entire career.
Though Leonard still requires 45 consecutive free throws to equal the NBA record of 97 consecutive makes, established by Micheal Williams in 1993, his current streak provides a positive narrative for the Clippers amid a season filled with challenges. Despite their struggles, this achievement from one of the league’s brightest stars adds an encouraging side story to the Clippers’ campaign.