Kawhi Leonard willing to sign long-term extension with Raptors if traded
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 29, 2026, 1:56 PM
Last updated Jun 29, 2026
Kawhi Leonard has indicated that he would only sign a long-term contract with the Toronto Raptors if traded from the Los Angeles Clippers. This development surfaces amidst ongoing speculation about Leonard's future with the Clippers, who may explore trading him this offseason due to unmet championship expectations. Leonard previously led the Raptors to their first NBA championship in 2019 and has been a significant presence in the league when healthy. The Raptors are reportedly trending positively, making a potential reunion with Leonard an intriguing possibility.
- •Leonard led the Raptors to their first NBA title in 2019.
- •Reports suggest the Clippers may seek to trade Leonard.
- •Toronto's current roster is viewed as competitive and improving.
- •Leonard has expressed a desire to stay with Toronto long term if traded.
- 1:56 PMYahoo Sports — Kawhi Leonard reveals only team he will sign a long-term extension with if traded
"Kawhi Leonard’s future with the Los Angeles Clippers appears to be one of the bigger storylines in the NBA right now, and a new report has added an intriguing twist to the speculation. According to a recent report, Leonard has…
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