Kawhi Leonard: a hero’s complicated return to the Toronto Raptors
Summary
Kawhi Leonard joined the Toronto Raptors in 2018 after leaving the San Antonio Spurs. He led Toronto to their first NBA championship but left after one season to join the Los Angeles Clippers, a move surrounded by controversy over secret endorsement deals.Key Facts
- Leonard played only nine games in the 2017-18 season with the Spurs due to an injury dispute.
- Toronto traded DeMar DeRozan for Leonard in 2018.
- Leonard helped the Raptors win their first NBA title and earned finals MVP honors.
- After one year, Leonard signed with the Los Angeles Clippers during free agency.
- The Clippers faced penalties for secret endorsement deals with Leonard that broke NBA salary rules.
- Leonard was fined $700,000, while his uncle and Clippers owner were heavily punished.
- Leonard’s departures have often left fans upset or conflicted in every team he has played for.
- Despite controversy, Leonard is considered one of the best players in Raptors history.
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