Kawhi Leonard Shakes up Inner Circle After Blockbuster Raptors Trade
Summary
Kawhi Leonard was traded back to the Toronto Raptors, where he previously won a championship. He has hired a new agent, Harrison Gaines, to handle his upcoming contract talks as he is expected to sign a two-year extension worth about $123.7 million.Key Facts
- Kawhi Leonard returned to the Toronto Raptors after being traded by the Los Angeles Clippers.
- Leonard’s current contract has one year left and pays him $50.3 million for next season.
- The Raptors are expected to offer Leonard a two-year contract extension worth around $123.7 million.
- Leonard has replaced his long-time agent, Mitch Frankel, with Harrison Gaines to negotiate the new deal.
- Gaines previously worked with Leonard as his business attorney during an ongoing investigation.
- Leonard’s uncle, Dennis Robertson, who used to help with deals, may play a smaller role now.
- If signed, Leonard would be one of the highest-paid NBA players, earning about $60 million per year.
- Leonard would be the oldest player among other top earners like Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Jayson Tatum.
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