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Kawhi Leonard Returns to Toronto in Blockbuster Raptors-Clippers Trade

Kawhi Leonard Returns to Toronto in Blockbuster Raptors-Clippers Trade

Summary

Kawhi Leonard has been traded back to the Toronto Raptors from the Los Angeles Clippers in a multi-player and draft pick exchange. The Raptors plan to sign Leonard to a multi-year contract, aiming to build a strong team around him.

Key Facts

  • Kawhi Leonard is returning to the Toronto Raptors after being with the LA Clippers.
  • The trade includes Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick, two first-round draft picks, one pick swap, and two second-round picks going to the Clippers.
  • Leonard played one season with the Raptors before, leading them to an NBA Championship in 2019.
  • In 2019, Leonard averaged 26.6 points and 7.3 rebounds per game in the regular season.
  • Leonard’s famous Game 7 buzzer beater helped the Raptors reach the NBA Finals in 2019.
  • Several key players from the 2019 Raptors, like Pascal Siakam and Fred VanVleet, are no longer on the team.
  • The Raptors now have young talents like Scottie Barnes, RJ Barrett, and Immanuel Quickley alongside Leonard.
  • Toronto plans to offer Leonard a two-year contract extension, making him part of the team for at least three more years.
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