Toronto Raptors unaware of trade halt for Kawhi Leonard deal
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 13, 2026, 3:26 AM
Last updated Jul 13, 2026
The Toronto Raptors are currently awaiting the completion of their trade for Kawhi Leonard from the Los Angeles Clippers, which has not yet been finalized. The NBA's investigation into the Clippers regarding potential salary cap circumvention related to a $28 million endorsement deal has resulted in the trade being put on hold. Despite knowing about the investigation, the Raptors did not anticipate any delays in the trade process. Both teams remain optimistic about a resolution in the near future. The conclusion of the NBA's investigation is expected in the coming weeks.
- •Trade for Kawhi Leonard from the Clippers is pending.
- •Investigation concerns salary cap circumvention by the Clippers.
- •Raptors were unaware that a trade halt was a possibility.
- •Both teams expect the trade to be finalized soon.
- •The investigation's end date is currently unknown.
- 3:26 AMYahoo Sports — Toronto Raptors Were Unaware Of Kawhi Leonard Trade Halt Possibility
"The Raptors were not aware of a trade halt being a possibility upon trading for Leonard.
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