Kawhi Leonard returns to Raptors in trade from Clippers
Yahoo Sports • 2 min read • Latest: Jun 30, 2026, 7:44 PM
Last updated Jun 30, 2026
Kawhi Leonard has been traded from the Los Angeles Clippers back to the Toronto Raptors, according to ESPN. The deal includes Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick, and a substantial package of draft picks heading to the Clippers. Leonard, who had a successful career in Toronto culminating in the 2019 championship, is now returning after an uneven tenure with the Clippers marked by injuries and one conference finals appearance. The Raptors, coming off a strong season where they reached the playoffs, are looking to bolster their roster for a deeper playoff run. Leonard's health and performance will be key factors in determining the team's success moving forward.
- •Leonard won the 2019 Finals MVP with the Raptors.
- •The Clippers receive Ingram, Dick, and multiple draft picks.
- •Toronto seeks to contend after a 46-win season.
- •Leonard's health will be crucial for the Raptors' success.
- 11:19 PMYahoo Sports — Kawhi Leonard going back to Toronto after Raptors make deal with Clippers, AP source says
- 8:47 PMYahoo Sports — Clippers reportedly finalizing trade to send Kawhi Leonard to Toronto for Brandon Ingram, picks
- 8:12 PMYahoo Sports — Clippers Trade Kawhi Leonard Back to Former Team
- 7:44 PMCBS Sports — Kawhi Leonard traded to Raptors: Toronto brings back 2019 Finals MVP from Clippers, per report
"Kawhi Leonard is headed back to the Toronto Raptors, after they struck a deal with the Los Angeles Clippers to reunite with the player who led their run to the 2019 NBA championship, a person with knowledge of the talks said Tuesday. The Raptors are sending Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick, two first-round picks, two second-round picks and pick swap to the Clippers for Leonard, said the person who spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the trade has not received the required league approval.
"The LA Clippers are reportedly trading Kawhi Leonard back to the Toronto Raptors for Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick, and a haul of draft picks. The post Clippers Trade Kawhi Leonard Back to Former Team appeared first on LA Sports Report.
"The Raptors now pair All-Stars Scottie Barnes and Leonard at the forward spots and could make some noise.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsJun 30, 2026, 11:19 PMKawhi Leonard going back to Toronto after Raptors make deal with Clippers, AP source says
Kawhi Leonard is headed back to the Toronto Raptors, after they struck a deal with the Los Angeles Clippers to reunite with the player who led their run to the 2019 NBA championship, a person with knowledge of the talks said Tuesday. The Raptors are sending Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick, two first-round picks, two second-round picks and pick swap to the Clippers for Leonard, said the person who spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the trade has not received the required league approval.
- Yahoo SportsJun 30, 2026, 8:47 PMClippers reportedly finalizing trade to send Kawhi Leonard to Toronto for Brandon Ingram, picks
The Raptors now pair All-Stars Scottie Barnes and Leonard at the forward spots and could make some noise.
- Yahoo SportsJun 30, 2026, 8:12 PMClippers Trade Kawhi Leonard Back to Former Team
The LA Clippers are reportedly trading Kawhi Leonard back to the Toronto Raptors for Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick, and a haul of draft picks. The post Clippers Trade Kawhi Leonard Back to Former Team appeared first on LA Sports Report.
- CBS SportsJun 30, 2026, 7:44 PMKawhi Leonard traded to Raptors: Toronto brings back 2019 Finals MVP from Clippers, per report
Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick and a package of draft picks are headed back to the Clippers
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