Clippers trade Kawhi Leonard to Raptors, rebuild roster with younger players
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 1, 2026, 3:15 AM
Last updated Jul 1, 2026
The Los Angeles Clippers traded Kawhi Leonard to the Toronto Raptors on June 30, marking the end of his seven-season tenure with the team. The Clippers received forward Brandon Ingram, guard Gradey Dick, two unprotected first-round picks, and two second-round picks in return. This move shifts the Clippers' focus to a younger core as they seek to rebuild for the future, a decision underlined by significant changes in the roster. Ingram joins a starting lineup expected to include Darius Garland and rookie Keaton Wagler, while several roster spots remain to be filled ahead of free agency.
- •Leonard was traded for multiple assets to Toronto on June 30.
- •Clippers' starting lineup now features Darius Garland and Keaton Wagler.
- •Roster changes include the decline of options for Bogdan Bogdanovic and Nicolas Batum.
- •Bennedict Mathurin is expected to take on a significant role as sixth man.
- •Clippers are considering targets like DeMar DeRozan in free agency.
- 3:15 AMYahoo Sports — What's next for Clippers? What Kawhi Leonard trade means for roster
"The Los Angeles Clippers have officially moved on from Kawhi Leonard after seven seasons. Here's what the Clippers can do next.
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