Over the weekend, Kawhi Leonard, renowned for leading the Toronto Raptors to their first NBA championship, caught the attention of fans with a surprising transformation. Attending a boxing match in Las Vegas, the Los Angeles Clippers star appeared almost unrecognizable, having ditched his signature cornrows for a shorter, cleaner hairstyle and trimmed facial hair to match.
The change stirred up a storm on social media, with many expressing disbelief at Leonard’s new appearance. Some humorously speculated that he resembled an actor from a fictional TV show about the Clippers. Others jokingly suggested that the 32-year-old forward might be contemplating retirement, given his “retired uncle” look.
However, clarification soon followed from Sports Illustrated’s Joey Linn, who shared another photo revealing that while Leonard had indeed tidied up his hair, it was still long and simply pulled back into a bun. This isn’t the first time Leonard’s hairstyle has sparked such buzz; fans recalled a similar frenzy during a previous off-season.
As the Clippers navigate the off-season, attention now shifts to their roster and preparations for the competitive Western Conference. Leonard’s style update has certainly added an unexpected twist to the team’s current narrative.
