Completion of the NBA’s investigation of the Clippers could facilitate Leonard trade to the Raptors
Summary
The NBA finished its investigation into the Los Angeles Clippers for breaking salary cap rules while Kawhi Leonard was on the team. The Clippers were punished heavily, and now a trade that would send Leonard back to the Toronto Raptors might proceed.Key Facts
- The NBA punished the Clippers for salary cap violations with a $30 million fine, a one-year suspension of owner Steve Ballmer, and loss of five first-round draft picks.
- Kawhi Leonard was fined $700,000 but was not suspended from playing.
- The Raptors and Clippers agreed on a trade to send Leonard back to Toronto, involving players and draft picks, but it was delayed during the NBA investigation.
- Leonard had his highest scoring season last year, averaging 27.9 points in 65 games.
- Leonard helped the Raptors win the NBA Championship in 2019 and won another title in 2014 with San Antonio.
- The Raptors recently extended contracts for their general manager and coach, showing a commitment to the team's future.
- The NBA investigated a $28 million endorsement deal Leonard had with a now-bankrupt company that violated league rules.
- Leonard was at Kyle Lowry’s retirement news conference with the Raptors in July 2026.
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