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Kawhi Leonard signs new agent ahead of Raptors' contract talks

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 6, 2026, 1:19 PM

Last updated Jul 6, 2026

Kawhi Leonard signs new agent ahead of Raptors' contract talks

Summary

Kawhi Leonard and the Toronto Raptors plan to initiate contract extension discussions this week in Toronto after Leonard's trade becomes official. He has appointed Harrison Gaines of SLASH Sports as his new agent to handle these negotiations. The two-time Finals MVP's decision to change representation comes as he seeks to solidify his future with the Raptors.

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Market Watch

•Kawhi Leonard hires Harrison Gaines as new agent.
•Contract extension talks with Raptors start this week.
•Trade to Raptors expected to become official soon.
•Leonard is a two-time Finals MVP.

Latest Updates

9:22 PMYahoo Sports — Kawhi Leonard reportedly hires new agent for extension negotiations with Raptors
2:15 PMESPN — Sources: Kawhi hires new agent for next deal
1:06 PMYahoo Sports — Kawhi Leonard, Raptors to begin extension talks this week after hiring new agent

What they're saying

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Kawhi Leonard and the Toronto Raptors are expected to start contract extension talks this week in Toronto after his trade becomes official -- and the two-time Finals MVP will do so with new representation.
— ESPNby Shams Charania