Kawhi Leonard
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Headlines and summaries that mention him- Week ahead time for Raptors to get serious as season approaches
They need to get Kawhi Leonard and Allen Graves integrated, but the clock is ticking.
Read at Toronto Sun Raptors → - Raptors beat the Clippers, 114-106, in first game post-Kawhi trade
Following hectic offseason drama surrounding Kawhi Leonard and the Clippers, leading to the trade that ended up bringing The Klaw back to Toronto, the Clippers and Raptors have been in plenty of headlines together. The new eras of both clubs met up on Saturday for the NBA…
Read at SB Nation → - Open Thread: Happy birthday to Keldon Johnson
Keldon Johnson is the longest-tenured member of the San Antonio Spurs. Drafted 29th overall in 2019, Keldon was the bonus draft pick that came to San Antonio along with DeMar DeRozan and Jakob Poeltl by way of Toronto when the Spurs sent Kawhi Leonard and Danny Green to the…
Read at SB Nation → - Kawhi Leonard Says Money Doesn’t Matter To Him After $115 Million Raptors Extension
Kawhi Leonard recently sat down with TSN Sports to discuss what led him to rejoin the Raptors and whether his $115 million contract extension played a significant role in that decision.
Read at Yardbarker → - How rookie Allen Graves fits in as Raptors’ contention window opens
There is more that goes into building a team that wins than handing the ball to Kawhi Leonard. Which is where rookie Allen Graves fits into the picture.
Read at Sportsnet → - Why are there no awkward reunions expected when Raptors play Clippers?
Both Kawhi Leonard and Brandon Ingram are not expected to play in pre-season game in Vancouver, but Gradey Dick is around.
Read at Toronto Sun Raptors → - Darko Rajakovic on Kawhi Leonard, Scottie Barnes and the Raptors’ championship ambitions
There is a common narrative that European coaches struggle in the NBA because of their demanding and emotional approach. That it is one of the biggest things holding them back because they want to put themselves at the center of attention, while the NBA is ultimately a players’…
Read at SB Nation → - 'Clippers Are Cursed': Matt Barnes Calls for Name Change After Kawhi Leonard-Steve Ballmer Scandal
Matt Barnes believes that LA Clippers need more than another roster overhaul to escape their latest crisis. The former NBA Champion thinks the franchise should change something fundamental, arguing that years of controversy have left an unwanted legacy attached to the…
Read at Yardbarker → - Underrated Kawhi Leonard skill should take Raptors’ transition attack to a new level
The Raptors should be deadly in transition this season.
Read at Raptors Rapture (FanSided) → - Raptors HC Breaks Down How Kawhi Leonard Will Impact Toronto’s Offense
Kawhi Leonard‘s return to the Toronto Raptors was one of the landmark moves of this year’s offseason. Although the trade involving the Los Angeles Clippers
Read at Yardbarker → - Kawhi Leonard Opens Up On Raptors Transition And Ongoing Preparations For Opening Night
It was an eventful summer for longtime NBA veteran Kawhi Leonard. After being exposed for his role in the cap-circumvention scandal in Los Angeles, he was traded from the Clippers back to the Raptors in exchange for Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick, two future first-round picks, a…
Read at Yardbarker → - Why Kawhi Leonard is taking his time integrating into Toronto Raptors’ lineup
Kawhi Leonard is back with the Toronto Raptors, but how soon until he’s actually back on the floor? As the team continues its pre-season tune-up, Michael Grange checks in.
Read at Sportsnet → - ‘Being smart, taking it slow’: How Kawhi is fitting in with Raptors
Kawhi Leonard talks about his smooth transition back onto the Raptors with a full new group of teammates, says he’s being smart and taking it slow though, then runs through all the strengths he’s seeing from each member of the starting five.
Read at Sportsnet → - Raptors would benefit from at least some preseason reps with Kawhi Leonard
Kawhi Leonard hasn’t played in preseason yet.
Read at Raptors Rapture (FanSided) → - Raptors’ Kawhi Leonard has first full practice since rejoining team
- Spurs’ championship hopes hinge on Stephon Castle becoming their new Kawhi Leonard
The 2026-27 San Antonio Spurs mirror the 2013-14 championship team, but for them to win it all, they need Stephon Castle to become their next Kawhi Leonard.
Read at Air Alamo (FanSided) → - Should you get back with your ex now that Kawhi is back on the Raptors?
While Kawhi Leonard didn’t play in the first game of the preseason, his return to Toronto has sparked serious feelings of nostalgia, memories of simpler times from seven years ago. This, of course, may make you wonder… if the Raptors could get their Finals MVP back on their…
Read at SB Nation → - Raptors taking their time with Kawhi Leonard’s preseason debut
Coach Darko Rajakovic says the Raptors are letting newcomer Kawhi Leonard get up to speed before putting him in a preseason game. But yes, the plan is for Leonard to play in one eventually.
Read at Yardbarker → - Raptors preseason opens a crucial window for Ja’Kobe Walter to maximize
With Kawhi Leonard out, Ja’Kobe Walter must use the preseason to strengthen his case for a bigger Raptors role — like a permanent spot amongst the starters.
Read at Raptors Rapture (FanSided) → - Does RJ Barrett Still Fit In Toronto? Analyzing His Role After The Kawhi Leonard Trade
The Toronto Raptors just made one of the biggest trades in franchise history, bringing Kawhi Leonard back seven years after he delivered the only championship in team history.
Read at Yardbarker → - Raptors' talented young pillars could hold the key to exceeding lofty expectations
For the Toronto Raptors to exceed their sky-high expectations, their young core will need to shine when Kawhi Leonard misses time.
Read at Raptors Rapture (FanSided) → - How does the current Raptors squad stack up to the 2019 championship team?
There is only one thing that the 2026 Raptors share in common with the championship team from 2019: Kawhi Leonard. The first to leave, yet the only one in Toronto today.
Read at SB Nation → - Tough Brandon Ingram update adds new twist to Raptors’ already brilliant Kawhi trade
A troubling Brandon Ingram update adds a new wrinkle to the Raptors’ bold decision to trade for Kawhi Leonard.
Read at Raptors Rapture (FanSided) → - Raptors Dream Trade Idea Lands Them A Top Center For RJ Barrett
Having already made their huge move of the offseason by bringing Kawhi Leonard back, if the Toronto Raptors really want to turn this roster into the best in the East, I still think there’s one clear spot they can upgrade, and that’s center.
Read at Yardbarker → - Kawhi Leonard Makes Toronto a Contender Again
With the summer of 2026 coming to a close, Kawhi Leonard has officially joined the Toronto Raptors after months of agonizing waiting. Now, with Leonard on the team alongside Scottie Barnes, RJ Barrett, and Immanuel Quickley, the Raptors have put together a very solid foursome…
Read at Yardbarker → - Why Leonard should help Raptors improve three-point shooting
The Raptors have made it a goal to improve their three-point shooting. Kawhi Leonard will fit into Toronto’s defensive scheme, and he should help its perimeter game, too, writes Michael Grange.
Read at Sportsnet → - Kawhi Leonard's rebounding can't remain overlooked after Darko Rajakovic's quote
Darko Rajakovic highlighted defensive rebounding as one way they expect Kawhi Leonard to impact this year's Raptors team, and he couldn't be more right.
Read at Raptors Rapture (FanSided) → - ‘I was pretty confident I’d get to where I am today’: Leonard on investigation
Kawhi Leonard sits down with Danielle Michaud to discuss being in limbo while he waited for the Raptors trade to be officially announced and explains why he was confident with the outcome of the investigation.
Read at Sportsnet → - At media day, Clippers begin with an apology, then look to the future
Clippers try to turn the page on the Kawhi Leonard debacle by offering an apology to fans, then a look at the new team.
Read at LA Times Clippers → - Brandon Ingram’s brutal injury news shows how desperate Clippers were to trade Kawhi
Brandon Ingram’s brutal injury update ultimately shows how desperate the LA Clippers were to finally move on from Kawhi Leonard.
Read at Clipperholics (FanSided) → - Kawhi addresses Toronto media for first time since trade back to Raptors
Watch the full press conference from Kawhi Leonard at Raptors’ media day, as he addresses the Toronto media for the first time since the trade from the Clippers became official.
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