​ The time of Kawhi Leonard’s heavily anticipated return is upon us.





Leonard hasn’t played all season as he was injured in Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals last season. Remember the cheap shot by Zaza Pachulia while the Spurs were up 20 on the Warriors?





One play I'll never forget or forgive.

Hopefully Leonard uses the play as fuel when they match up with the Warriors on Feb. 10. As for tonight’s game against Dallas, Leonard’s status was just revealed.

Pop just now: "Kawhi is back." He'll be on a minutes restriction. https://t.co/L7UlTzYZ5s — Michael C. Wright (@mikecwright) December 12, 2017

In typical Pop fashion, the update was short and to the point. However, it is key to note the two-way star will be on a minutes restriction, which is something that should be monitored moving forward.





There’s no doubt the Spurs will ease Leonard back into form as urgency is not a factor. The Spurs are 19-8 and currently the third seed in the West. Adding a two-time defensive player of the year who can give you 25 points along with seven boards to a No. 3 seed in the West was definitely worth the wait for Coach Pop.





For the rest of the league, beware. The Claw is back!