I’m just trying to pass Tim Duncan in championships if I can one day. That’s my motivation; that’s what I strive for. Tim is one of the greatest players who has ever played, so if I could get close or reach that plateau and have my name on that list. – Kawhi Leonard
At the end of the day, we all know what the Jordan logo means, and you can’t take anything away from that. But it’s pretty cool to have my own logo on a Jordan shoe. – Kawhi Leonard
I’m just playing basketball. I just want to be a great player. That’s it. That’s all I’m thinking about. If the other stuff comes, it comes, but I’m just fortunate to play in the NBA Finals and just to play basketball, period. – Kawhi Leonard
I’m trying to be one of the greatest players, so whatever level that consists of is where I want to take my game. – Kawhi Leonard
I’m not one of the guys in the league for the fame. I’m here so I can take of my family, my mom, my friends and take care of myself. – Kawhi Leonard
I look at film, but more than watching individual players, I’m trying to watch a team’s whole offensive scheme. I’m trying to know their tendencies so I can… guess. That’s what it comes down to, really, making the best guess. – Kawhi Leonard
I played basketball when I was little because it was fun for me. It still is now. I just love it. I have a passion for it. – Kawhi Leonard
I try to come in with a focus to stop my man and win the game. I’m always trying to be ready to catch them off their strides by being physical enough without getting fouls. – Kawhi Leonard
I love the game of basketball, and as long as I can do that, keep playing and try to get some more championships with the organization, I’ll be happy. – Kawhi Leonard