Clippers HC Tyronn Lue gives a key injury update on Kawhi Leonard, stating he's "still checking every box" for recovery.

Even though there's no definite return timeline for Kawhi Leonard, the Los Angeles Clippers are encouraged by the progress he's making in his recovery from

Tyronn Lue and the Los Angeles Clippers continued their regular season play on Friday with an NBA Cup showdown against the Minnesota Timberwolves. It was the 21st game of the season for the team without Kawhi Leonard,

Anthony Edwards scored 21 points on 7-for-21 shooting to help the Minnesota Timberwolves stop a four-game losing streak by beating the Los Angeles Clippers 93-92 in an NBA Cup game.

The Clippers rallied late to take a lead on James Harden's four-point play with 4:10 left but only get one basket the rest of the way in Minneapolis.

Minnesota finishes 2-2 in NBA Cup West Group A play, a game and a half behind the 3-0 Houston Rockets. The Clippers are now 1-2 in group play with one game remaining. Both teams are long shots to reach the quarterfinals of the in-season tournament.