Clippers’ Leonard and George out due to the NBA’s health and safety protocols

The Los Angeles Clippers will start their six-game road trip without Kawhi Leonard and Paul George.

Per ESPN, The two stars did not join the team on its flight to Atlanta on Monday, sources told ESPN.

The Clippers will be without their two best players and starting point guard Patrick Beverley (right knee soreness) as they carry a seven-game winning streak into Atlanta for the start of a six-game road trip.

Depending on the extent of the NBA protocols, Leonard or George could potentially join the team on this trip, sources said.