Kawhi Speaks to the Media

[rick1991]

http://www.nba.com/spurs/video/2013/08/01/130801kawhimp4-2555979

[rick1991]

He says his goal is to be a NBA Superstar and he will begin working out next week. So far he has been resting. Also says he will never get over the loss in the Finals, but understands that it is basketball and sometimes you lose.

[dallasmaverickslose]

Kawhi talks?

[rick1991]

Kawhi talks?
For 7 minutes!

[Southwest Texas Fan]

I love this guy!!!!

[Juggity]

For as much flak as Kawhi gets for not being good with the media, the dude always says exactly the right things

[peacemaker885]

Nice interview. No wasted words.

[rick1991]

I love this guy!!!!

I love how he sets his standards high he wants to be a NBA Superstar and he is willing to put the work into it and he has a great head on his shoulders. He even said his goal is to be an All-Star this season and I think he will do it considering he will have some plays ran for him. He said he wants to be more efficient, but at this rate he is very efficient. I assume that once he gets more touches in offense, his efficiency will go down a little but he will improve tremendously and the experience will be huge come playoff time.

[lefty]

He is MOTAVATED !

[Budkin]

Must be tough on him knowing that he could have wrapped up a title with that free throw. I don't blame him for the loss though. We wouldn't have even been in that position without him and I'm sure he's motivated to get back there and seal the deal. He's our future. Love the guy.

[Spur|n|Austin]

Shit I'm excited about Kawhi's upcoming season!

[Poolboy5623]

Must be tough on him knowing that he could have wrapped up a title with that free throw. I don't blame him for the loss though. We wouldn't have even been in that position without him and I'm sure he's motivated to get back there and seal the deal. He's our future. Love the guy.

While his 1 ft would have helped, it wouldn't have wrapped up anything..anyone that know basketball, should know this. Still was plenty of time left.

[Monkeyboy14]

lol except when he said he is glad kids get to "touch" him hahahaha

[Spur|n|Austin]

lol except when he said he is glad kids get to "touch" him hahahaha

hilarious.

[Monkeyboy14]

hilarious.
i thought so too!! aaww we are like best friends dude!! :toast

[kobexxx]

is his knees ok?

[Budkin]

While his 1 ft would have helped, it wouldn't have wrapped up anything..anyone that know basketball, should know this. Still was plenty of time left.

The Heat had no timeouts left, assuming Ray Allen hits the 3 they are down one and have to foul. Even if we miss both they have to get all the way down court to score. Obviously it could happen but it would be 99.9999% over.

[RD2191]

The Heat had no timeouts left, assuming Ray Allen hits the 3 they are down one and have to foul. Even if we miss both they have to get all the way down court to score. Obviously it could happen but it would be 99.9999% over.

[RD2191]

Fuck

[ace3g]

Honestly something that isn't mentioned as much as it should about the collapse, that was just as costly as any missed FT or rebound, was game clock awareness/management. On those 2 costly TOs by LeBron in game 6, Spurs immediately started the fast break, they had the lead, no need to score quickly. Force the Heat to foul and/or get a stop while you run the clock.

[Juggity]

Must be tough on him knowing that he could have wrapped up a title with that free throw. I don't blame him for the loss though. We wouldn't have even been in that position without him and I'm sure he's motivated to get back there and seal the deal. He's our future. Love the guy.

Blaming Kawhi for the finals loss might be the dumbest opinion ever expressed on these forums, tbh.

[timtonymanu]

Blaming Kawhi for the finals loss might be the dumbest opinion ever expressed on these forums, tbh.

Yep. Also Duncan. And to some extent, Diaw and Green.

[elmanutres]

if we go back to the finals next year it will be because of kawhi. no coincidence ever since we got him we went back to the wcf and finals

[ace3g]

Big question after the Finals, do you think Pop will change any late game decisions/strategy, such as fouling, going into next season/playoffs?

[PlayNando]

cocaine

[Kool Bob Love]

If only man. One ring under Kawhi's belt would have been HUGE for him.

Don't even care about the regular season but I cant wait for Spurs basketball. :flag:

[cheguevara]

great to hear. Let's hope his knee is ok and I can't wait to see him

[Budkin]

Blaming Kawhi for the finals loss might be the dumbest opinion ever expressed on these forums, tbh.

Why don't you read the post before being an asshole.



Must be tough on him knowing that he could have wrapped up a title with that free throw. I don't blame him for the loss though. We wouldn't have even been in that position without him and I'm sure he's motivated to get back there and seal the deal. He's our future. Love the guy.

[Rogue]

You can't make a silk purse out of a sow's ears though. Have no doubt about dude's workrate and determination but I don't think he was born with the talent of a superstar, nor does he play in a big market where the media would hype him into a superstar. He will be a durable version of the prime Josh Howard but you never expect a player like him to lead your team imho.

[look_at_g_shred]

if we go back to the finals next year it will be because of kawhi. no coincidence ever since we got him we went back to the wcf and finals

[bklynspursfan]

Big question after the Finals, do you think Pop will change any late game decisions/strategy, such as fouling, going into next season/playoffs?

Knowing Pop, I'd say no. Stick with the system and trust that it'll prevail if put in similar situations. But who knows, he changed his rotations a little so anythings possible.

[Kool Bob Love]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y2LiOjxxTuo

A star is born. Clap for em. :clap

[silverblackfan]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y2LiOjxxTuo

A star is born. Clap for em. :clap

Nice Top 10 and damn encouraging for the Spurs. Looking forward the season mostly because of him and Timmy!

[Vash StampedE]

if we go back to the finals next year it will be because of kawhi. no coincidence ever since we got him we went back to the wcf and finals
That's not enough, IMO. Team needs another renaissance season from Duncan, which is kind of sad considering I'm still expecting a lot from Duncan for our championship aspirations.

[barakz21]

Must be tough on him knowing that he could have wrapped up a title with that free throw. I don't blame him for the loss though. We wouldn't have even been in that position without him and I'm sure he's motivated to get back there and seal the deal. He's our future. Love the guy.

My sentiments, exactly. I'll never understand why some people even mention his missed ft. He gets a pass since we won't be in a position to have an opportunity to wrap up the game without his contributions on both ends.

[barakz21]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y2LiOjxxTuo

A star is born. Clap for em. :clap

This video made me realize that Kawhi actually dunks with authority, although it might seem that he's not looking to do so. Man, really excited to see what he'd be like in his 3rd year. Not gonna say he's gonna be a beast or anything, as I don't wanna get head of myself. I'd very much rather sit back, relax and enjoy everything as his 3rd season unfolds. :toast

[wildchild]

The interview and his quiet life off the court show he's a humble guy.
Buck on Johnny Football Manziel vs Kawhi Leonard is a good read about how Kawhi responds to fame and the media better than other young players.

http://www.expressnews.com/sports/columnists/buck_harvey/article/Manziel-s-opposite-Privacy-an-option-4699732.php?t=5fd0abc73fa2c336e3

[timtonymanu]

Just saw the interview. I think that was Kawhi's best interview yet. It didn't come off as awkward as his interviews usually are.

[philldafunk]

That's the first time I've heard his voice.

[Man In Black]

MY KNEE FEELS FINE!

Notice how he says he just wants to get better, everything is fine with the knee and that it's up to me.

I told you all, there is nothing wrong with Kawhi, he just has some real UNFINISHED BUSINESS, the USA Team can wait.

[Spur|n|Austin]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y2LiOjxxTuo

A star is born. Clap for em. :clap

Number 3 was my favorite play of his by the season so far - I think I rewound it like 10 times at home. :hat

[look_at_g_shred]

Love this guy's work ethic. Always wanting to get better and is not afraid to put in the work either

[ace3g]

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[SpursDynasty21]

I'm looking forward to Kawhi Leonard leading the Spurs in the future. He can be a superstar, in my opinion.

[Skull-1]

Must be tough on him knowing that he could have wrapped up a title with that free throw. I don't blame him for the loss though. We wouldn't have even been in that position without him and I'm sure he's motivated to get back there and seal the deal. He's our future. Love the guy.

I am shocked he didn't kill Ginobili for his EIGHT TURNOVERS.

[Skull-1]

Blaming Kawhi for the finals loss might be the dumbest opinion ever expressed on these forums, tbh.

[TE]

Kawhi is such a gangsta tbh. :tu

[Spurs21Fan4Ever]

I can't lie, I was really hoping somehow Kawhi would've gotten a ring and maybe even a finals MVP after his 2nd year. Who would that have reminded you all of? If Spurs did manage to win the championship, I definitely would've rather had Duncan or Kawhi win it than anyone else.

[playblair]

http://distilleryimage1.ak.instagram.com/8aec8162fca011e2869422000a1deb63_7.jpg

[elemento]

http://distilleryimage1.ak.instagram.com/8aec8162fca011e2869422000a1deb63_7.jpg

It looks like a ping pong ball in his hands :lol

[LakerHater]

Bet he can throw a lazer with those mitts!

[SpursDynasty21]

I can't lie, I was really hoping somehow Kawhi would've gotten a ring and maybe even a finals MVP after his 2nd year. Who would that have reminded you all of? If Spurs did manage to win the championship, I definitely would've rather had Duncan or Kawhi win it than anyone else.
Kawhi Leonard is the future of the Spurs. I think he'll have a chance to win some championships.

[Sean Cagney]

He says his goal is to be a NBA Superstar and he will begin working out next week. So far he has been resting. Also says he will never get over the loss in the Finals, but understands that it is basketball and sometimes you lose.

F in shit, that damn FINALS loss again :( I guess none of us will ever get over it from the fans to the players. I still hate it man. I understand it's a game too and you lose some, stings though.

I hope he is a superstar and achieves his goal! Work Ethic can take you to another height, we will need it!

[Spurs21Fan4Ever]

Kawhi Leonard is the future of the Spurs. I think he'll have a chance to win some championships.

I don't doubt that he will, but it would've been so cool to see him win a championship and Finals MVP in his 2nd year in the league just like Tim Duncan did in 99.

[Sean Cagney]

You can't make a silk purse out of a sow's ears though. Have no doubt about dude's workrate and determination but I don't think he was born with the talent of a superstar, nor does he play in a big market where the media would hype him into a superstar. He will be a durable version of the prime Josh Howard but you never expect a player like him to lead your team imho.
Howard had the skillset to be very special, in 06 he was pretty scary! He never had the head on his shoulders though or the work ethic or the durability as you said! I think he can be better than Howard, but even then I will take that if he can last.

[Chillen]

The Heat had no timeouts left, assuming Ray Allen hits the 3 they are down one and have to foul. Even if we miss both they have to get all the way down court to score. Obviously it could happen but it would be 99.9999% over.

That 3 by LeBron seconds before put them in that position, obviously the missed FT by Kawhi paved the way for the tying Ray Allen 3 but I thought that 3 by LeBron was an even huger shot for Miami. Spurs still had another shot at the NBA title in game 7 and couldn't pull it off, Miami was fortunate things went their way in game 6. The Spurs need to play better in 2014 and stronger to get that 5th NBA title no matter who they play!