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Kawhi Leonard trade to Raptors remains in limbo amid ongoing investigation

CBS NBA • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 7:39 PM

Last updated Jul 31, 2026

Kawhi Leonard trade to Raptors remains in limbo amid ongoing investigation
Summary

The trade agreement between the Los Angeles Clippers and Toronto Raptors for Kawhi Leonard remains unconfirmed as the NBA investigation continues. Initially made in June, the deal has yet to be finalized, with NBA commissioner Adam Silver stating a resolution should occur before the start of the upcoming season. Recent reports suggest complications that may extend the investigation into 2027, raising concerns about completing the trade amid potential penalties. The Raptors are weighing their options as NBA training camps approach, with implications for their roster if the trade does not materialize.

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  • •Clippers and Raptors agreed to trade Kawhi Leonard in June.
  • •NBA investigation into potential salary cap violations is ongoing.
  • •Trade completion hinges on resolution of the investigation.
  • •NBA training camps start in less than two months.
  • •Raptors may decide not to proceed with the trade if delays continue.
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  • 7:39 PMCBS NBA — As the Kawhi Leonard investigation drags on, it's time to wonder if his trade to the Raptors will fall apart
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The Clippers and Raptors agreed to a blockbuster trade for Leonard in June, but it has yet to be finalized

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