NBA Offseason Shocker: Kawhi Leonard Returns to Toronto
Kawhi Leonard, who led the Raptors to the NBA championship in 2019, is heading back to Toronto in a trade with the Los Angeles Clippers.
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The NBA offseason continues to deliver blockbuster moves. Kawhi Leonard, the two-time Finals MVP, is returning to the Toronto Raptors in a trade that sends Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick, and draft picks to the Los Angeles Clippers.
Leonard won his first NBA title with the San Antonio Spurs in 2014 and was named Finals MVP. He repeated the feat in 2019 with the Raptors, earning his second Finals MVP award. After that season, he opted to sign with the Clippers as a free agent, spending the last seven years in Los Angeles.
Leonard has $50.3 million left on his current contract for the upcoming season. Last season, he averaged 27.9 points in 65 regular-season games for the Clippers.
This offseason has already seen several star players switch teams, including Giannis Antetokounmpo, Ja Morant, Anthony Davis, and LaMelo Ball. However, the biggest move may still be ahead: LeBron James is reportedly leaving the Los Angeles Lakers.
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