[Saba Sports News] A photo of NBA star Kawhi Leonard at a Target self-checkout recently became a hit online. The image, showing Leonard getting assistance, sparked amusing reactions from NBA fans on Instagram.
One fan humorously suggested Leonard was puzzled about tipping at the checkout: “Why is the self-checkout asking for a tip.” Another joked about him being surprised by an item’s price, quipping, “Hell naw I ain’t paying that, the tag said 7.99.” The common joke about Leonard being robotic also surfaced, with a fan commenting, “His settings reset.” Others joked about his signature laugh and his unique clothing choice, noting the “Durag, hat, and hoodie combo is crazy.”
While it’s unclear what exactly transpired, it’s unlikely that Leonard, with an estimated net worth of $80 million, was quibbling over prices. Some speculate the incident might be related to Target’s new rule limiting self-checkouts to customers with 10 items or fewer, possibly catching Leonard off guard.
On the basketball front, Leonard hasn’t been at his peak in the 2023-24 season. After a strong performance in the playoffs against the Phoenix Suns, his current season stats have dipped. Playing alongside James Harden for the Los Angeles Clippers, Leonard’s averages have fallen to 19.6 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 2.7 assists per game, shooting 45.5% from the field. These numbers are notably lower than his usual performance, but there’s optimism that he’ll adjust and improve as the season progresses.