Clippers trading Kawhi Leonard back to Raptors for players and picks: Report
Toronto would receive Leonard, while the Clippers would get Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick and multiple draft picks, ESPN reported.
- Kawhi Leonard is being traded from the Los Angeles Clippers back to the Toronto Raptors in a deal that includes Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick, multiple draft picks, and a first-round pick swap.
- Leonard led the Raptors to the 2019 NBA championship and is under contract through 2027, aiming for a two-year contract extension with Toronto.
- The Clippers did not offer Leonard a contract extension and had limited playoff success during his tenure, marked by injuries and only three playoff series wins.
- Toronto intends to build a strong team around Leonard and rising star Scottie Barnes, positioning the Raptors as a top contender in the Eastern Conference.
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Clippers Trade Kawhi Leonard to Toronto, where he Won Championship in 2019
The Los Angeles Clippers on Tuesday traded hometown superstar Kawhi Leonard to the Toronto Raptors, where he won a championship in 2019. ESPN’s “NBA Insider” Shams Charania reported that in return, the Clippers received two-time All-Star Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick, two unprotected first-round picks, two second-round picks, and one first-round pick swap. “I’m told Kawhi Leonard views this as an opportunity to retire in Toronto,” Charania said. L…
Pablo Torre unveils concerning factors behind Kawhi Leonard trade
Credit: Pablo Torre Finds out, Sergio Estrada-USA TODAY SportsThe Toronto Raptors had a full-circle moment on Tuesday when the franchise traded with the Los Angeles Clippers to bring All-NBA forward Kawhi Leonard back to the franchise he won the 2019 NBA Finals and Finals MVP with in what was his lone season north of the border. There were reportedly several teams interested in acquiring Leonard’s services, but the Klaw made it clear that he wou…
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