According to NBA insider Chris Haynes, LA Clippers' star forward Kawhi Leonard has taken some time off from the team as he tends to his family due to the ravaging Los Angeles wildfires.

Leonard, who recently played his first game of this season last week, has kept family as his priority even in these challenging times while they regain their footing from the disaster.

Leonard's Family and Property Affected by the Fires

Kawhi Leonard Puts LA Clippers' On Hold For Now: Wildfires Kawhi Leonard Puts LA Clippers' On Hold For Now: Wildfires
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The wildfires have ravaged the Los Angeles area, including Pacific Palisades, where Leonard owns a $17.1 million mansion he bought in 2021. According to TMZ Sports, the full extent of the damage to Leonard's property is still unknown, but the area has been severely affected by the ongoing fires.

Leonard is out of the team as he ensures the safety and well-being of his family. There is no confirmed timeline for his return to the court.

NBA Community Struck by Devastation

The Los Angeles wildfires have extended their impact beyond Leonard's family. The entire NBA has been rattled as several members of the league are affected.

"You definitely have to take care of home. ... Totally had my support 100%. Going back, checking on his family and kids, making sure they're well. And he got back, and they're doing OK, so just happy and thankful for that," Ty Lue, Clippers' coach, told reporters via ESPN.

Another case is Lakers head coach JJ Redick, who revealed that his family was also evacuated from their home because of the fires. This is a tragic reminder of the sheer extent of the damage caused by the fires as they ravage both professional athletes and their families.

Leonard's Recent Return to the Court

Despite all the commotion that surrounded him, Leonard finally made his season debut this past Saturday. It was his first game since he recovered from a knee injury. Leonard scored 12 points, grabbed three rebounds, and had an assist in just 19 minutes of play.

Despite the circumstances, he was pretty impressive. He also dressed again on Monday, contributing eight points, two rebounds, and two assists in 21 minutes, showing that he was starting to regain his rhythm on the court.

The Uncertainty of Leonard's Absence

Leonard's return to the LA Clippers has remained unknown until now. What matters most now is the family's safety, as they are left with the burden of the aftereffects of fires.

The star's absence for the NBA season might have consequences on the season for the Clippers; however, what he does today regarding his loved ones is more important than winning, considering the state of things now.