One source told Holmes about Leonard, "He was very separate from [the Clippers'] staff." A former Clippers staff member meanwhile told Holmes, "It caused extreme angst within the medical department. It was like the Clippers' medical staff wasn't really allowed to touch Kawhi ever." According to Holmes, the Clippers were aware that Leonard's relationship with the Spurs had deteriorated in part because of how the team publicly described his injuries. "We're grateful he is part of our team and look forward to the start of training camp," the Clippers said to Holmes.