Kawhi Leonard trade on hold as NBA investigation continues

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Last updated Aug 5, 2026

Kawhi Leonard trade on hold as NBA investigation continues
Summary

The Toronto Raptors and LA Clippers remain unable to finalize a trade involving Kawhi Leonard, with implications stemming from an ongoing NBA investigation regarding salary cap violations. The proposed deal, agreed upon in June, involves Leonard returning to Toronto, while the Clippers would receive Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick, and draft picks. The trade has been paused due to concerns over potential sanctions against Leonard, which could affect the Raptors' decision to move forward. Both teams still express optimism about completing the trade once the investigation concludes, but a timeline for resolution is uncertain. As the investigation approaches its one-year mark, fans continue to await clarity on the situation.

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  • Trade to send Kawhi Leonard back to Toronto remains unfinalized.
  • NBA's investigation concerns salary cap violations involving Leonard.
  • Proposed trade includes Brandon Ingram and Gradey Dick heading to LA.
  • Both teams and players involved still want the deal completed.
  • Timeline for resolution of investigation remains unclear.
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The Toronto Raptors and LA Clippers are still sitting on a pending trade.

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