How Kawhi Leonard compares to the Golden State Warriors greatest foes

By Tony Pesta | May 30, 2019

TORONTO, CANADA - NOVEMBER 29: Kevin Durant #35 of the Golden State Warriors plays defense against Kawhi Leonard #2 of the Toronto Raptors on November 29, 2018 at the Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Mark Blinch/NBAE via Getty Images) /

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The Golden State Warriors have faced off against some all-time great opponents. Where does Kawhi Leonard rank among the best?

Five NBA Finals appearances in five years is a godly accomplishment. Along the way, the Golden State Warriors have faced off against their fair share of all-time greats. For this season’s finale, they will go against one of the league’s best two-way players ever, Kawhi Leonard.

This postseason has been an incredible one for Leonard. Averaging over 30 points per game on efficient shooting, Kawhi has carried the Toronto Raptors to their first Finals appearance as a franchise. In only one year, Kawhi has already claimed the title of “best Raptor ever”.

Meanwhile, the Dubs look to capture their third consecutive championship and fourth of the decade. It has been a wild journey for the Warriors. While they have created one of the most unbeatable teams in history, it’s only fair to give credit where credit is due. Let’s take a look at the five best individual opponents the Warriors have ever faced.

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