Kawhi Leonard wins the first Kobe Bryant MVP award

Kawhi Leonard, a Southern California native, scored 25 of his 30 points in the first half to win his first All-Star Game MVP award. He went 8-for-14 overall from 3-point range.
“It’s very special,” Leonard said of winning the award named after Bryant. “I had a relationship with him. Words can’t explain how happy I am to be able to put that trophy in my room, in my trophy room, and just be able to see Kobe’s name on there.
“It just means a lot to me. He’s a big inspiration in my life. He did a lot for me.”