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Will Kawhi Leonard have his jersey retired? Toronto embraces the most unique legacy in the NBA
Kawhi Leonard Shining as Teammate and Leader Through Preseason
The newly acquired superstar is making a big impact on his new teammates ahead of the regular season opener.
Clippers rebuild includes developing young core alongside veterans
With the Kawhi Leonard era over and James Harden departed, a healthy Darius Garland will be running point for a team blending youth with veterans.
Kawhi Leonard Available for 2026 Raptors Debut Tuesday Against Knicks
As he continues to get into game shape, it seems his first chance to play with his new teammates is coming tomorrow.
Raptors Preseason Game 2: Everything Toronto Fixed Against the Clippers
Toronto answered a sloppy opener in Quebec City with a 114-106 win over the Los Angeles Clippers at Rogers Arena in Vancouver on Saturday night. It was the first win of the Raptors preseason, and the box score shows real changes from the 129-105 loss to Miami a week earlier. Kawhi Leonard sat out again …
No Kawhi Leonard (reconditioning) for the Raptors in …
No Kawhi Leonard (reconditioning) for the Raptors in …
Darius Garland Stays Positive After Clippers’ Kawhi Leonard Saga
Darius Garland is ready to move forward with the Clippers.
Darko Rajakovic Reveals What’s Behind Kawhi Leonard’s Delayed Raptors Return
Toronto prioritizes long-term health over preseason minutes as the superstar ramps up his reconditioning process.
Darko Rajakovic Hands Kawhi Leonard New Job at Raptors Camp
Leonard is still being eased into contact work, but his new coach found another way to get him involved at camp.
Potential RJ Barrett Extension Could Depend on One Key Factor
There's only so much money to go around with Kawhi Leonard now on the team, but re-signing Barrett may not make sense after this season.
What to Expect as Raptors Training Camp Opens
Toronto's most anticipated offseason in years turns into actual basketball on Tuesday, when Raptors training camp opens at Université Laval in Quebec City. The roster is set, Kawhi Leonard is back in a Raptors uniform for the first time since 2019, and training camp opens with a longer list of real storylines than this franchise …
Three Questions Clippers Will Need to Answer During Media Day
Los Angeles has a new-look roster heading into its first media day since the Kawhi Leonard trade, and three topics need clear answers before camp starts in Hawaii.
Grading Clippers’ Full 2026 Offseason After Officially Losing Kawhi Leonard
How did the Los Angeles Clippers do in the offseason?
Clippers Get More Bad News With Brandon Ingram Injury Update
The Los Angeles Clippers have had one of the worst months in NBA history, and things could be getting worse. Fans of the franchise are still reeling over the news of losing five future draft picks to doom their future as punishment for the Kawhi Leonard salary cap circumvention. More bad news comes in the […] The post Clippers Get More Bad News With Brandon Ingram Injury Update appeared first on HEAVY.
Toronto bets big on Kawhi Leonard's health with reported two-year, $115 million extension
Toronto always planned to extend Leonard, and he showed last season he is worth it — if healthy.
Setting Realistic Expectations for Clippers in 2026-27 NBA Season
The Kawhi Leonard era is over, and the goal in Los Angeles is a fight for the play-in rather than a banner.
Toronto Raptors season preview: Lineup, roster and prediction
After waiting more than a month for the Kawhi Leonard trade to be finalized, the Toronto Raptors are now an intriguing team in the Eastern Conference.
Kawhi Leonard Sends Farewell Message to Clippers After Raptors Trade
Kawhi Leonard kept his farewell message to Clippers fans short and sweet.
Clippers Have Clear Playoff Aspirations for 2026-27 Season
The penalties are in, the Kawhi Leonard era is over, and the people running the Clippers still believe this roster belongs in the playoffs.
Report: Pistons Wanted to Trade for Kawhi Leonard
The Pistons were in on Kawhi Leonard this offseason, and they were willing to go further. #Pistons
The Kawhi Leonard trade to Toronto is finally happening. What does the future hold for the Raptors?
Kawhi Leonard trade to Toronto, agreed to in June, finally going through
With the Clippers accepting the league's punishment, the trade held up by the Raptors finally moves ahead.
Steve Ballmer accepts his punishment for the Kawhi Leonard scandal
Clippers owner Steve Ballmer apologized and said he has "sincere regrets" over the matter.
Steve Ballmer announces Clippers complying with penalties assessed by NBA over Kawhi Leonard salary cap circumvention
Steve Ballmer announces Clippers complying with penalties assessed by NBA over Kawhi Leonard salary cap circumvention
Clippers owner Steve Ballmer accepting NBA's punishment after Kawhi Leonard scandal, not pursuing legal battle
The NBA determined last week that the Clippers did circumvent the salary cap in deals with Kawhi Leonard.
U.S. Department of Justice reportedly opens criminal probe into dealings between Clippers, Kawhi Leonard
Why Celtics Rival Still Hasn't Completed Blockbuster Trade
The Kawhi Leonard trade agreed to more than two months ago still hasn't been finalized.
Sports law professor explains the Clippers and Kawhi Leonard’s NBA punishments
Ken Jacobsen, director of Temple Law’s sports law program, discusses the recent Kawhi Leonard scandal and the heavy punishments being administered by the NBA.
Sports law professor explains the Clippers and Kawhi Leonard’s NBA punishments
Ken Jacobsen, director of Temple Law’s sports law program, discusses the recent Kawhi Leonard scandal and the heavy punishments being administered by the NBA.
Clippers' Kawhi Leonard Punishment Is Great News for Grizzlies
The Clippers lost five future first-round picks over the Kawhi Leonard salary-cap case, creating another long-term advantage for the rebuilding Grizzlies.
Letters: Clippers and Kawhi get off easy; fans are big losers
Readers of the Los Angeles Times Sports section give their thoughts on the NBA's penalties for the Clippers, USC's defense, the Angels sale and more.
The NBA let Kawhi Leonard off embarrassingly easy
Kawhi Leonard's deserves a lot more of the blame than he's getting.
Clippers Vow to Fight NBA’s $30 Million Fine and Historic Draft Pick Penalties
The Los Angeles Clippers‘ offseason was already complicated after their 2025-26 season ended in a play-in loss to the Golden State Warriors, keeping the franchise out of the postseason for the first time since 2022. Months later, Kawhi Leonard and the organization find themselves at the center of a storm that has nothing to do [...]
Pablo Torre Sounds Off on the Clippers Ruling, Kawhi Leonard and ESPN — and Teases His Next Big Story
“Pablo Torre Finds Out” host on the NBA’s historic ruling against the Clippers, Kawhi Leonard’s slap on the wrist and ESPN undermining his reporting.
The Clippers just lost 5 first-round draft picks as punishment from the Kawhi Leonard scandal. What do they have left?
Video: Why the N.B.A. Banned the Richest Owner in U.S. Sports
A yearlong league probe, sparked by Pablo Torre’s Pulitzer Prize-winning investigation, found that the billionaire Los Angeles Clippers owner Steve Ballmer helped to secure endorsement deals for star Kawhi Leonard, breaking salary cap rules.
Brian Windhorst Calls Kawhi Leonard The ‘Unmitigated Winner’ Of Clippers Salary Cap Scandal
Brian Windhorst called Kawhi Leonard an “unmitigated winner” after comparing his $700,000 punishment to the millions he collected.
NBA insider reveals timeline for Kawhi Leonard-Raptors trade after Clippers punishment
The Los Angeles Clippers traded Kawhi Leonard to the Toronto Raptors earlier in the offseason and then mayhem happened. Now, with everything cleared up, it seems like it will still be able to go through.
Winners and losers from NBA finding, penalties on Clippers, Kawhi Leonard investigation
The Clippers, Kawhi Leonard and the most damaging swing-and-a-miss in NBA history
Harshest Punishments In Sports History: Where Does The Clippers Ruling Rank?
With the hammer officially dropped on the Clippers, let’s dive into the history books. These are the most memorable and impactful sports punishments handed out in history.
NBA hammers Clippers, Steve Ballmer for salary cap circumvention as Kawhi Leonard avoids suspension
The NBA released the findings of its nearly year-long investigation into salary cap circumvention allegations on Wednesday
NBA reportedly strips Clippers of 5 first-round draft picks, fines Steve Ballmer $30M in Kawhi Leonard salary cap circumvention probe
The NBA has stripped the Los Angeles Clippers of five first-round draft picks and fined owner Steve Ballmer $30 million at the conclusion of it’s probe into alleged salary cap circumvention with Kawhi Leonard, ESPN’s Shams Charania reports.
Feds, NBA investigating Daktronics amid alleged Kawhi Leonard, Clippers no-show sponsor deals
Kawhi Leonard's Latest Announcement Sparks Debate During Investigation
The superstar is the topic of discussion for one of the biggest scandals in NBA history, but that wasn't stopping his offseason plans.
Kawhi Leonard had multimillion deal with Clippers scoreboard-maker
The latest news surrounding the Los Angeles Clippers and Kawhi Leonard features additional evidence that the organization may have circumvented the salary cap via secret endorsement deals. While the Clippers...
NBA Executives React to Grueling Clippers, Kawhi Leonard Investigation
Other teams are frustrated by the Aspiration investigation too.
Kawhi Leonard, Clippers Investigation Might Linger Into 2027
If you're waiting for the Los Angeles Clippers and Toronto Raptors to complete the Kawhi Leonard trade this summer, don't hold your breath. Earlier this offseason, the Raptors agreed to send Brandon Ingram, two first-round picks, a pick swap, two second-rounders and more to the Clippers in exchange ...
The Best Late-Round Fantasy Basketball Picks After NBA Free Agency
Giannis Antetokounmpo, LaMelo Ball and Kawhi Leonard all changed teams, and understandably, those moves have stolen the spotlight. Several veterans landed in situations that quietly improved their fantasy outlook. Detroit added Collins on a three-year deal because it believes he can help right away.
NBA business stalls out while waiting for word on LeBron James and Kawhi Leonard
The NBA enjoys being part of the sports news cycle with NFL training camps set to open and MLB beginning the second half of its season.
Kawhi Leonard Investigation Continues to Delay Raptors' Offseason
As the Kawhi Leonard-Aspiration investigation continues, Toronto remains handcuffed.
Adam Silver says NBA didn't 'pause' Kawhi Leonard trade, that Raptors, Clippers did; confident probe will end before new season
Toronto Raptors Were Unaware Of Kawhi Leonard Trade Halt Possibility
The Raptors were not aware of a trade halt being a possibility upon trading for Leonard.
Scottie Barnes Sends ‘Very Dangerous’ Declaration About Kawhi Leonard’s Raptors
The Toronto Raptors are seen to be one of the top teams in the Eastern Conference next season after they got Kawhi Leonard via an agreed-upon trade with the Los Angeles Clippers. During an NBA Summer League game, Scottie Barnes had an interesting declaration about the new-look Raptors squad with Leonard. Barnes said that the […] The post Scottie Barnes Sends ‘Very Dangerous’ Declaration About Kawhi Leonard’s Raptors appeared first on HEAVY.
Retiring NBA Star Shades the Clippers with Subtle Jab
Kyle Lowry is retiring, and as he said goodbye, he used a very interesting word when talking about former Clipper Kawhi Leonard. The post Retiring NBA Star Shades the Clippers with Subtle Jab appeared first on LA Sports Report.
Letters: Mixed emotions over LeBron james leaving Lakers
Readers of the Los Angeles Times Sports section give their thought on LeBron James parting ways with the Lakers, Kawhi Leonard, Dave Roberts and the Sparks.
Letters to Sports: Mixed emotions over LeBron James leaving Lakers
Readers of the Los Angeles Times Sports section give their thought on LeBron James parting ways with the Lakers, Kawhi Leonard, Dave Roberts and the Sparks.
NBA Eastern Conference rankings stacked with talent, Pistons in trouble
Giannis Antetokounmpo to Heat, Kawhi Leonard to Raptors, Jaylen Brown to 76ers. And LeBron James is likely coming East. Pistons need lineup upgrade.
NBA Eastern Conference rankings stacked with talent, Pistons in trouble
Giannis Antetokounmpo to Heat, Kawhi Leonard to Raptors, Jaylen Brown to 76ers. And LeBron James is likely coming East. Pistons need lineup upgrade.
Wild: Kawhi Leonard Traded to Raptors in Blockbuster Deal
Kawhi Leonard Traded to Raptors in Blockbuster Deal
Kawhi Leonard reportedly traded back to Raptors as Clippers move on from star forward
The Kawhi Leonard era is over with the Clippers.
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Raptors' potential trade package for Kawhi Leonard revealed
The Raptors are looking to bring back a fan favorite.
Warriors pursuing LeBron James and Anthony Davis? Kawhi Leonard on the move? Here's the latest trade chatter
Kawhi Leonard reportedly drawing interest from Mavericks, Raptors in trade discussions with Clippers
Biggest offseason question for every West team: Big moves for Lakers, Warriors? Can Spurs trade De'Aaron Fox?
Will LeBron James stay in Los Angeles? What's next for Ja Morant and Kawhi Leonard?
Kawhi Leonard Seeks Extension – But Not With Current Team
Kawhi Leonard has one year left on his current contract with the Los Angeles Clippers. He’s eligible to sign an extension this summer, and sounds like he’s willing to do get that done. The one caveat: The Clippers aren’t necessarily the team he wants to sign with. Leonard, who turns 35 on June 29, ...
It's business as usual for Clippers amid Kawhi Leonard investigation
The L.A. Clippers continue to take a business-as-usual approach to the offseason while the Kawhi Leonard investigation continues.
The Rockets’ Kawhi Leonard Trade Rumors Are Heating Up
Houston’s youth movement faces a crossroads as the front office weighs sacrificing elite prospects for a veteran juggernaut to forge a terrifying new championship core.
Kawhi Leonard Receives Major Recognition After 14th NBA Season
Following an impressive individual campaign, Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard earned major recognition outside the NBA.
The NBA Draft Lottery will change the trade market, and these five teams could all make blockbusters
How does the Draft Lottery alter the trade markets for Kawhi Leonard, Anthony Davis and other big names?
Raptors force Game 7 vs. Cavaliers with RJ Barrett bouncing in a 3-pointer for the overtime win
Toronto hasn't seen a fortunate bounce like that since Kawhi Leonard's game-winner in 2019.
It's time for the Kawhi Leonard era to end for the Clippers, one way or another
The Clippers' strange season came to an end Wednesday night, and now the focus shifts to Kawhi Leonard's future
Why Warriors have advantage that matters in NBA play-in tournament vs. Clippers
The Golden State Warriors' postseason experience gives them an edge over the Los Angeles Clippers in the NBA play-in tournament on Wednesday.
Kawhi Leonard status for Warriors game emerges after ankle development
Once a dark horse contender, Los Angeles faces turbulence as Kawhi Leonard’s health and headlines cloud their playoff hopes.
Kawhi on Darius' debut Monday. "Very excited. He’s …
Kawhi on Darius' debut Monday. "Very excited. He’s …
Lakers hold off Clippers as Kawhi Leonard exits late with left ankle soreness
That's not exactly the player the Clippers want to lose.
Clippers' Kawhi Leonard named All-Star to fill U.S. player pool in new format
Leonard is averaging a career high for the Clippers
Carlos Alcaraz makes history at Australian Open; Raiders, Cardinals pick coaches
Plus, LeBron James collects 22nd All-Star nod, but did it come at Kawhi Leonard's expense?
Clippers’ Kawhi Leonard weaves through Suns defense for massive dunk
Clippers star Kawhi Leonard could not be stopped during one incredible play against the Suns on Sunday night.
Kawhi Leonard, Clippers ready to feast on porous Jazz defense
It's tough to find an NBA team currently playing better basketball than the Los Angeles Clippers.
Kawhi Leonard is playing tonight against the Nets
Kawhi Leonard is playing tonight against the Nets
Kawhi Leonard is questionable for Sunday vs Nets due …
Kawhi Leonard is questionable for Sunday vs Nets due …
Kawhi Leonard embraces 3-point shooting to lift Clippers
Kawhi Leonard has built his reputation on defense and a mid-range game featuring a deadly fadeaway jumper. While the Los Angeles Clippers were losing 19 of 22 games from November through mid-December, Leonard went to coach Tyronn Lue and said he was going to try shooting 12 3-pointers a game. "You’re going to see,” Leonard replied.
Kawhi Leonard scores 24 points, returning from knee injury in Clippers' 112-104 win over Lakers
Kawhi Leonard is playing in Terminator mode
The Sporting Tribune's BJ Matthews writes that 'The Terminator' is here. No, not Arnold Schwarzenegger, but the other guy that plays basketball for that team in L.A.