Earlier on Tuesday, we heard that a number of Eastern Conference contenders, including the New York Knicks, Miami Heat, Orlando Magic, and Toronto Raptors, were showing interest in sought-after free agent John Konchar. The tenacious defender and rebounding wing has made his choice, and he's going with the defending NBA champions. Free agent forward John Konchar has agreed to a one-year deal with the New York Knicks, agent George S. Langberg of @GSLSportsGroup tells ESPN. Koncha...
Raptors and Timberwolves tried to land Kawhi Leonard this summer, but he rejected both in favor of the Raptors.
The Toronto Raptors, after much ado, have officially brought back Kawhi Leonard in a trade with the Los Angeles Clippers, sending Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick, two unprotected first-round picks (2031 and 2033), an unprotected pick swap in 2027, and two second-round selections (2030 and 2033). This finally brought an end to a trade saga that […]
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Former NBA player Eddie Johnson believes Kawhi Leonard of the Toronto Raptors could face a lengthy wait before eventually being inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame. Johnson argued that Leonard’s accomplishments may not be enough to make him a first-ballot selection, predicting that voters could deliberately delay his induction for several years. “When he […]
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The NBA finally approved Kawhi Leonard‘s trade back to the Toronto Raptors this week, ending a long offseason standoff. The Los Angeles Clippers and Raptors agreed on the blockbuster move in June, but league officials froze the transaction while conducting a salary cap circumvention investigation. While the heavy organizational penalties landed hardest on the Clippers [...]
The Toronto Raptors have shown interest in signing former Darko Rajakovic developmental success story and Memphis Grizzlies wing John Konchar.
The Detroit Pistons and Minnesota Timberwolves tried to trade for Kawhi Leonard, according to Shams Charania of ESPN. The LA Clippers wound up trading Leonard back to the Toronto Raptors.
Could Norman Powell return to the Raptors and bring more nostalgia after Kawhi Leonard’s reunion? It’s an intriguing option worth considering for the future.
On “Dubs Talk,” Bonta Hill and Dalton Johnson analyze Steve Kerr’s recent comments about changing the Golden State Warriors’ offense and how those changes could impact Draymond Green. Then, the duo look around the NBA and discuss how the results of the league’s investigation into the Los Angeles Clippers and the Kawhi Leonard trade to the Toronto Raptors might change the landscape. (01:00) – Steve Kerr plans to change the Warriors’ offense next season (04:00) – Could we see Draymond Green in a...
Kawhi Leonard can finally sign an extension with the Raptors, which comes with a risk that the Philadelphia Sixers especially understand.
Kawhi Leonard‘s trade to Toronto finally became official this week, ending a long offseason standoff. The Los Angeles Clippers and Toronto Raptors agreed on the deal in June, but league officials froze the move to conduct a salary cap investigation. With Leonard avoiding a game suspension, the transaction was cleared to proceed. Now that he [...]
Pascal Siakam has a championship ring, a lengthy playoff résumé and a habit of actually being available. Apparently, that gets him eighth place. A recent HoopsHype ranking placed the Pacers veteran eighth among NBA power forwards. Giannis Antetokounmpo led the list, followed by Jalen Johnson, Scottie Barnes, Evan Mobley, LeBron James, Paolo Banchero and Zion Williamson. The placement drew some understandable pushback from Alex Golden of NBA On SI. Golden argued that if the goal were winning a ...
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With Kawhi Leonard, the Raptors are bringing in another plus defender.
NBA commissioner Adam Silver is set to speak Tuesday to the media following the league’s annual board of governors meeting, addressing topics such as the aftermath of the Los Angeles Clippers/Kawhi Leonard saga, the recent sale of the Los Angeles Lakers and potential discussions of expansion. You can watch his media conference here on Sportsnet.ca. MORE FROM SPORTSNET Raptors officially acquire Kawhi Leonard from Clippers Fortunes depend on Kawhi Leonard as Raptors prep for new season
DJ Wells, B Hen, Mook, and Lou discuss the Kawhi Leonard trade from the L.A. Clippers to the Toronto Raptors officially being completed. The guys give Kawhi props for doing whatever he wants at every stage of his career, and Mook declares he would rather have Kawhi’s career over Kevin Durant’s career saying: “If (Durant) was on that Toronto team they wouldn’t of won (the championship).” The guys then pivot to checking win markets on Kalshi for the Toronto Raptors and argue how they matchup aga...
The Toronto Raptors have officially traded for Kawhi Leonard, which doesn't bode well for a Boston Celtics team trying to reclaim its top spot in the East.
Stephen A. Smith had a striking description for Kawhi Leonard after the NBA completed its investigation into the Clippers’ salary-cap violations and Leonard returned to the Toronto Raptors. “He’s a gangster.” Speaking Tuesday on “First Take,” Smith criticized the difference between the consequences Leonard faced and the much heavier punishment imposed on the Clippers. “He […]
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Kawhi Leonard avoided a suspension or the cancellation of his contract following the NBA’s investigation into the Clippers, with Shams Charania explaining that the league lacked sufficient evidence to impose either punishment. While Los Angeles received a $30 million fine and lost five first-round picks, Leonard kept his contract before eventually returning to the Toronto […]
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Giving Kawhi Leonard an extension makes sense, but it could still age badly.
Kawhi Leonard should be able to take the Raptors’ offense to the next level.
After more than a year of investigation, a final resolution about Los Angeles Clippers and Kawhi Leonard saga is brought to light. Clippers were stripped of 5 first-round picks, front office members and owners were suspended or indefinitely banned, while Leonard just received a relatively small fine. Why Leonard's contract wasn't voided His trade to the Toronto Raptors has been completed but the question arises, should Leonard's contract be classified as null and void if the salary cap was cir...
Kawhi Leonard isn't the same player he once was, but does that matter?
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The Toronto Raptors’ trade for Kawhi Leonard is official as the 2019 Finals MVP returns to the North ahead of the 2026-27 season. Leonard returns to the Eastern Conference, where a handful of teams have made major roster changes this summer, including the Philadelphia 76ers, Detroit Pistons, Cleveland Cavs, and Miami Heat. The Raptors followed […]
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Stephen A. Smith called Kawhi Leonard a “gangster” while arguing the Raptors star faced insufficient consequences from the Clippers scandal.