Kawhi Leonard sits out Raptors' preseason opener against Heat
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 4, 2026, 5:41 PM
Last updated Oct 4, 2026
Kawhi Leonard did not play in the Toronto Raptors’ 129-105 loss to the Miami Heat on October 4 in Quebec City. Raptors coach Darko Rajakovic confirmed Leonard's absence, emphasizing a cautious build-up plan for the star following a lengthy offseason layoff. The absence is not related to injury, and Leonard is expected to miss Toronto's next exhibition game against the Los Angeles Clippers on October 10. Scottie Barnes and RJ Barrett led the Raptors in scoring during Leonard's absence.
- •Raptors lost 129-105 to the Heat in their preseason opener.
- •Leonard is expected to miss the next two preseason games.
- •Coach Rajakovic confirmed the absence for precautionary reasons.
- •Barnes and Barrett scored 11 and 15 points, respectively.
- 5:41 PMYahoo Sports — Why Kawhi Leonard Sits Out Raptors’ First Two Preseason Games (Report)
"The Toronto Raptors opened their preseason on Saturday with a 129-105 loss to the Miami Heat in Quebec City. However, the result drew less attention than Kawhi Leonard, Toronto’s biggest offseason addition and the headline act fans came to see. The Raptors have since shared a plan for Leonard that could shape the next few [...]
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