Raptors await NBA investigation update on Kawhi Leonard trade status
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 24, 2026, 2:52 AM
Last updated Jul 24, 2026
The Toronto Raptors are awaiting the conclusion of the NBA's investigation into Kawhi Leonard and the Los Angeles Clippers before finalizing his trade. The deal, which involves Leonard moving in exchange for Brandon Ingram and draft picks, has been pending due to allegations of improper payments. Reports suggest that the investigation may be over and a resolution could be imminent, with Toronto committed to the trade unless Leonard faces severe penalties impacting his playing status. Fans are hopeful for Leonard's return given his pivotal role in the franchise's only championship.
- •Toronto is waiting on the NBA's investigation conclusion.
- •Kawhi Leonard traded for Brandon Ingram and draft picks.
- •Investigation involves alleged improper payments by the Clippers.
- •Reports indicate the investigation may be nearing an end.
- •Raptors fans are excited about Leonard's potential return.
- 5:28 PMYahoo Sports — Kawhi Leonard investigation reaches critical stage as NBA trade hangs in balance
- 2:52 AMYahoo Sports — Raptors Get Major Update On Kawhi Leonard Trade Status
"The Toronto Raptors are waiting on the NBA to conclude their investigation on Kawhi Leonard and the Los Angeles Clippers to finalize their trade. One of the biggest early stories of the offseason featured the Clippers and Raptors agreeing to a deal that saw Leonard dealt for Brandon Ingram and draft picks. The investigation about […] The post Raptors Get Major Update On Kawhi Leonard Trade Status appeared first on HEAVY.
"The fact-finding portion of the NBA’s investigation into Kawhi Leonard and the Clippers may finally be complete, but that does not mean his proposed return to the Raptors is ready...
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 26, 2026, 5:28 PMKawhi Leonard investigation reaches critical stage as NBA trade hangs in balance
The fact-finding portion of the NBA’s investigation into Kawhi Leonard and the Clippers may finally be complete, but that does not mean his proposed return to the Raptors is ready...
- Yahoo SportsJul 24, 2026, 2:52 AMRaptors Get Major Update On Kawhi Leonard Trade Status
The Toronto Raptors are waiting on the NBA to conclude their investigation on Kawhi Leonard and the Los Angeles Clippers to finalize their trade. One of the biggest early stories of the offseason featured the Clippers and Raptors agreeing to a deal that saw Leonard dealt for Brandon Ingram and draft picks. The investigation about […] The post Raptors Get Major Update On Kawhi Leonard Trade Status appeared first on HEAVY.
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