Kawhi Leonard linked to potential trade from Clippers to Raptors

On June 30, 2026, ESPN reporter Shams Charania reported that the Toronto Raptors and the Los Angeles Clippers are in advanced negotiations regarding the trade of 35-year-old forward Kawhi Leonard. The proposed trade package includes Raptors players Brandon Ingram and Gradey Dick, along with two future first-round draft picks, one pick swap, and two second-round picks. Reports indicate that Leonard has expressed a desire to return to the Toronto franchise, where he previously won the 2019 NBA championship. Sources suggest the Clippers are open to the move as they cannot force the player to remain in Los Angeles long-term. During the previous season with the Clippers, Leonard played 65 games, averaging 27.9 points, 6.3 rebounds, and 3.6 assists. While some reports describe the deal as nearly finalized, others frame it as ongoing serious negotiations between the two organizations. The potential trade would mark Leonard's return to the team he led to his first title.