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Kawhi Leonard attends Naomi Osaka match as trade remains in limbo

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 7:33 AM

Last updated Aug 12, 2026

Kawhi Leonard attends Naomi Osaka match as trade remains in limbo

Summary

Kawhi Leonard was spotted at the National Bank Open in Toronto enjoying Naomi Osaka's match against Elena Rybakina. Although Leonard is still associated with the LA Clippers, he is expected to be traded to the Toronto Raptors, pending the outcome of an ongoing NBA investigation. The league's inquiry into an alleged no-work sponsorship deal has stalled the trade, with any resolution anticipated before the start of the 2026-27 season. NBA Commissioner Adam Silver has expressed hopes for a resolution this summer, but complexities remain. Leonard reportedly feels confident about the trade despite the delays.

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•Kawhi Leonard was seen at Naomi Osaka's match in Toronto.
•He is still technically a member of the LA Clippers.
•A trade to the Toronto Raptors is expected but remains stalled.
•The NBA investigation centers around an alleged sponsorship deal.
•NBA hopes for a resolution before the 2026-27 season starts.

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7:33 AMYahoo Sports — Kawhi Leonard seen watching Naomi Osaka play in Toronto as NBA investigation keeps trade in limbo

What they're saying

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NBA superstar Kawhi Leonard was seen enjoying Naomi Osaka’s game at the National Bank Open in Toronto. Leonard’s current NBA team is unclear, as he’s still technically a member of the LA Clippers but is expected to be traded to the Toronto Raptors.
— Yahoo Sports

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