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Kawhi Leonard trade to Raptors finally official

Kawhi Leonard is officially a Raptor again. We checked. This time, no qualifiers. Toronto announced Monday night that its long-delayed trade with the Clippers has been completed, roughly two-and-a-half months after the teams initially reached an agreement.

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Ex-Clippers star takes a personal shot at Kawhi Leonard

A former LA Clippers star seems to be enjoying watching karma do its thing. Retired ex-NBA forward Danilo Gallinari appeared this week on the “A Cresta Alta” podcast.

NBA News / Yardbarker / September 14

Kawhi Leonard trade from Clippers to Raptors is finally happening

After lots of talk about the Los Angeles Clippers and Toronto Raptors working out a deal to move star player Kawhi Leonard back to the Canadian team, a deal is done, according to ESPN's Shams Charania.

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Kawhi Leonard News / Los Angeles Clippers on SI / September 14

Clippers Starting Lineup and Rotation Now That Kawhi Leonard Is Officially a Raptor

The Los Angeles Clippers can finally put the Kawhi Leonard saga behind them. On Monday, the Clippers and the Raptors officially finalized the trade to send the 35-year-old superstar back to Toronto.

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Clippers, Raptors agree to Kawhi Leonard trade again: Toronto finally poised to move forward as East contender · CBSSports.com

Sources: Clippers, Raptors complete trade sending Leonard to Toronto · ESPN

Ballmer says he will accept NBA's punishments: 'I have sincere regrets' · ESPN

Clippers, Steve Ballmer back down and accept NBA penalties -- does that mean they'll get any picks back? · CBSSports.com

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Kawhi Leonard News / Field Level Media / September 14

Report: Clippers-Raptors trade complete after Kawhi Leonard investigation delay

The trade sending Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard back to the Toronto Raptors was officially signed off on by both teams on Monday after months of delay amidst the NBA's investigation into Los Angeles allegedly giving Leonard impermissible benefits, according to an ESPN report.

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NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / September 14

Clippers finally make decision on finalizing the Kawhi Leonard trade

After spending over two months in limbo, the long-agreed Kawhi Leonard trade is finally moving toward a conclusion. The Los Angeles Clippers and Toronto Raptors are moving forward on the deal sending Leonard to Toronto, according to multiple reports.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / September 14

Clippers, Raptors Agree To Complete Kawhi Leonard Trade

The Clippers and Raptors have agreed to move forward on the trade that will send Kawhi Leonard back to Toronto and Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick, and a handful of draft assets to Los Angeles, according to Shams Charania of ESPN (Twitter link).

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Kawhi Leonard News / Hoops Wire / September 14

Clippers, Raptors agree to complete Kawhi Leonard trade

So much for “in the coming days.” It took only a few hours. The Clippers and Raptors have agreed to complete their long-delayed trade sending Kawhi Leonard back to Toronto, ESPN reported.

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Steve Ballmer News / Hoops Wire / September 14

Steve Ballmer had little to gain and plenty to lose by suing NBA

Steve Ballmer’s sudden surrender to the NBA looked surprising. Legally, it may have been the first sensible move the Clippers made in weeks. Michael McCann of Sportico explained that Ballmer and the Clippers faced considerable obstacles if they followed through on threats to sue the league over its salary-cap circumvention penalties.

Kawhi Leonard News / Hoops Wire / September 14

Kawhi Leonard trade to Raptors expected to be completed ‘in coming days’

The Kawhi Leonard trade may finally be approaching the finish line. A source close to Leonard expects the Clippers and Raptors to complete the long-delayed deal “in the coming days,” according to Sam Amick and Matt Schubert of The Athletic.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / September 14

Danilo Gallinari Calls Out Kawhi Leonard, Says He Should Pay $50 Million NBA Fine And Blames Him For Derailing His Career

Danilo Gallinari has taken a big shot at Kawhi Leonard, arguing that the former Los Angeles Clippers superstar should have been fined $50 million, while also blaming him for changing the trajectory of his NBA career.

Jalen Duren News / Los Angeles Clippers on SI / September 14

Jalen Duren Is Starting to Make a Lot of Sense as a Clippers Target

The aftershock of the league's severe punishment on the LA Clippers will be felt for a very long time. The organization was seemingly caught off guard by the hammer the NBA brought down on them.

Kawhi Leonard News / Hoops Rumors / September 14

Kawhi Leonard Trade To Raptors May Be Close To Completion

Steve Ballmer’s acceptance of the league’s penalties for salary cap circumvention could clear the way for the Kawhi Leonard trade to be completed soon.

Steve Ballmer News / Larry Brown Sports / September 14

Steve Ballmer sends unexpected message to Clippers fans

Steve Ballmer has broken his silence after the NBA imposed a historic punishment on his Los Angeles Clippers. The Clippers received a franchise-crippling punishment earlier this week after the league concluded its investigation into the team’s alleged circumvention of the NBA salary cap.

Los Angeles Clippers News / Yardbarker / September 14

Clippers owner Steve Ballmer expresses 'sincere regrets' in surprising statement

Los Angeles Clippers owner Steve Ballmer has found himself and his franchise in a very tough spot heading into the 2026-27 NBA season. He was personally fined $30 million and suspended for a year following the league's investigation into alleged cap circumvention involving Kawhi Leonard.

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Bradley Beal News / Stadium Rant / September 14

Bradley Beal Takes Chris Paul’s No. 3?! Clippers Spark NBA Outrage

Bradley Beal is expected to wear Chris Paul’s iconic No. 3 jersey with the Los Angeles Clippers, creating a major NBA controversy surrounding CP3’s legacy and possible jersey retirement. Lawrence Frank told CP3 they would retire his jersey before they sent him home.

Bill Russell News / thePeachBasket / September 13

Russell Westbrook Retirement, the Clippers-NBA Feud and Ranking the Greatest Coaches

Russell Westbrook has retired. When thinking about Westbrook I’ll remember his MVP season and how he elevated teams. I’ll also love the fact he always played hard no matter the team or situation.