The high-profile trade sending Kawhi Leonard from the LA Clippers to the Toronto Raptors, originally agreed in June, has been completed after months of delay due to an NBA investigation.
Trade Delayed by NBA Investigation
The transaction stalled as the Raptors awaited the outcome of the NBA’s investigation into the Clippers’ circumvention of salary cap rules. After harsh sanctions were accepted by the Clippers, including the loss of five first-round picks, the trade moved forward.
Key Details of the Swap
Toronto acquires Leonard, who averaged 27.9 points and 6.4 rebounds last season, while the Clippers receive Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick, multiple future first- and second-round picks, and a swap.
Leonard’s Expected Impact
Leonard returns to a Raptors squad where he previously led the team to its only NBA championship.
