Los Angeles Clippers star Kawhi Leonard returned to practice on Tuesday. He did not take contact, however, and will remain out of the lineup when the Clippers visit the Denver Nuggets on Friday, according to coach Tyronn Lue.

After facing setbacks in his recovery, Kawhi Leonard is set to return to the lineup sooner than anticipated. Head coach Tyronn Lue, along with his Los Angeles Clippers teammates, shared their thoughts on his imminent return.

Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard has yet to make his season debut due to inflammation in his right knee, but coach Ty Lue