Kawhi Leonard addresses contract concerns before his return to Toronto
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 3, 2026, 4:23 AM
Last updated Sep 3, 2026
Kawhi Leonard issued a formal statement on September 2, 2026, regarding recent salary cap investigations and his time with the Clippers. Represented by his agent, Harrison Gaines, Leonard stated he accepted responsibility for judgment lapses by his inner circle while maintaining he entered his current contract in good faith. The veteran player denied any personal knowledge of attempts to circumvent league salary cap regulations. Leonard, who is preparing for a return to Toronto, emphasized his commitment to the game and his professional obligations. He expressed a desire to move forward from the recent distractions surrounding these agreements. The statement marks his first public comments on the situation as he refocuses on his upcoming season schedule.
- •Kawhi Leonard released a statement through agent Harrison Gaines on September 2, 2026.
- •The player denied any knowledge of actions taken to circumvent NBA salary cap rules.
- •Leonard accepted responsibility for errors made by individuals within his inner circle.
- •The statement followed reports regarding the terms of his contract with the Clippers.
- •Leonard expressed a goal to move forward while returning to Toronto.
- 4:23 AMYahoo Sports — Kawhi Leonard Escapes Clippers Disaster With Blockbuster Raptors Return
- 11:52 PMYahoo Sports — Raptors Star Kawhi Leonard Breaks Silence After NBA Ruling
- 8:40 PMYahoo Sports — Kawhi Leonard on return to Toronto: 'Moving forward with a clean slate'
"Clippers star Kawhi Leonard is expected to leave and join his former team, the Toronto Raptors, once a previously agreed trade goes through. The post Kawhi Leonard Escapes Clippers Disaster With Blockbuster Raptors Return appeared first on LA Sports Report.
"Kawhi Leonard addressed the NBA’s ruling and his return to Toronto, saying he wants to move forward with a “clean slate.” The post Raptors Star Kawhi Leonard Breaks Silence After NBA Ruling appeared first on HEAVY.
"Kawhi Leonard on return to Toronto: 'Moving forward with a clean slate'
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 3, 2026, 4:23 AMKawhi Leonard Escapes Clippers Disaster With Blockbuster Raptors Return
Clippers star Kawhi Leonard is expected to leave and join his former team, the Toronto Raptors, once a previously agreed trade goes through. The post Kawhi Leonard Escapes Clippers Disaster With Blockbuster Raptors Return appeared first on LA Sports Report.
- Yahoo SportsSep 2, 2026, 11:52 PMRaptors Star Kawhi Leonard Breaks Silence After NBA Ruling
Kawhi Leonard addressed the NBA’s ruling and his return to Toronto, saying he wants to move forward with a “clean slate.” The post Raptors Star Kawhi Leonard Breaks Silence After NBA Ruling appeared first on HEAVY.
- Yahoo SportsSep 2, 2026, 8:40 PMKawhi Leonard on return to Toronto: 'Moving forward with a clean slate'
Kawhi Leonard on return to Toronto: 'Moving forward with a clean slate'
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