While I understand Kobe’s thought process, there’s more to the decision. According to Doc Rivers, Kawhi joined the Clippers on the condition of trading for Paul George.
Even though Kawhi took a noble route to pave his own path rather than join LeBron, he still made a decision based on how much talent would be on the team he was joining.
Kawhi could of stayed in Toronto if he wanted a bigger challenge. Ultimately, we must believe Kawhi Leonard also joined the Clippers because he wanted to return home to LA.