Updated
Updated · Yahoo Sports · Jun 29
Kawhi Leonard Would Sign Long-Term Only With Raptors in Clippers Trade
Updated
Updated · Yahoo Sports · Jun 29

Kawhi Leonard Would Sign Long-Term Only With Raptors in Clippers Trade

3 articles · Updated · Yahoo Sports · Jun 29

Summary

  • Toronto is the only non-Los Angeles team Kawhi Leonard would commit to on a long-term extension if the Clippers trade him, sharply narrowing his viable market.
  • The report lands as Los Angeles is expected to explore Leonard deals this offseason after injuries and repeated playoff shortfalls derailed the title push tied to his 2019 arrival.
  • Leonard spent just 1 season in Toronto but delivered the franchise’s first NBA championship before leaving for Southern California in free agency.
  • A reunion could appeal to both sides: the Raptors are coming off an encouraging season with a younger core, and Leonard would bring proven postseason star power if healthy.

Insights

Will the Raptors sacrifice their promising young core for a reunion with their 35-year-old championship hero?
Could an NBA investigation void Kawhi's contract, making him a free agent and derailing any trade?