Kawhi Leonard injury news could impact 76ers' first meeting with Raptors
The Toronto Raptors might not have Kawhi Leonard on the court when they face the Philadelphia 76ers next month.
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The Toronto Raptors might not have Kawhi Leonard on the court when they face the Philadelphia 76ers next month.
Raptors The Raptors brought Kawhi Leonard back to Toronto hoping for another memorable run. Three games into the season, they’re already waiting on his knee. Leonard is expected to miss “a period of weeks” because of swelling in his left knee. The Raptors said imaging revealed no acute injury and that Leonard will undergo treatment […] The post NBA Notes: Raptors, Kawhi Leonard, Timberwolves, Anthony Edwards, Nuggets appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Kawhi Leonard is already injured.
Kawhi Leonard’s second stint with the Toronto Raptors has already hit a snag. After playing in the Raptors’ first two games, the 35-year-old forward is now expected to miss several weeks with swelling in his left knee. ESPN insider Shams Charania shared the update on Tuesday. “Toronto’s Kawhi Leonard is expected to miss a period […] The post Kawhi Leonard Injury Update: Raptors Get Sad News as Insider Outlines Return Timeline appeared first on EssentiallySports .
Kawhi Leonard is set to miss at least four games for the Toronto Raptors after swelling in his left knee forces a short layoff. ESPN’s Shams Charania reports the injury isn’t structural—an MRI shows no damage—so the Raptors hope to manage his return carefully. Leonard, who has averaged 19.5 points, 7.5 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 3.5 steals in his first two outings, will sit out the Oct. 28-30 home games against Orlando and the Nov. 1‑2 road stretch versus the Lakers and Clippers. His absence could extend if the knee doesn’t improve.
Toronto Raptors forward Kawhi Leonard is expected to be sidelined for multiple weeks due to swelling in his left knee. An MRI revealed no structural damage, but Toronto plans to give Leonard time to rest before gradually increasing his basketball activities. Leonard returned to the Raptors during the offseason after being traded from the Los […] The post Kawhi Leonard expected to miss multiple weeks with knee swelling appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
With Kawhi Leonard expected to be sidelined for at least a week, Scottie Barnes status as a franchise player is about to be tested in a major way.
Another season, another Kawhi Leonard injury. One of basketball’s greatest superstars has had a tough time staying on the court in his career. Leonard’s second stint with the Toronto Raptors lasted only three games before the mysterious injury. Now, it will be weeks before the star player is back. Leonard released a short statement on […] The post Raptors’ Kawhi Leonard immediately puts out statement on ‘frustrating’ knee injury appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Los Angeles Clippers fans are certainly looking forward to letting Kawhi Leonard know how they feel after his controversial departure from the organization. With the club set to take on the Toronto Raptors on November 2, that opportunity is quickly approaching. However, the latest injury update dumps cold water on fans’ hopes of booing Leonard. […] The post Clippers fans will not get chance to boo Kawhi Leonard because of, you guessed it, another injury appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Kawhi Leonard is entering a one‑week rehab for left‑knee swelling, with a re‑evaluation set for Nov. 4. Raptors officials note imaging shows no acute injury, mirroring his 2019 stint when he missed four games as load management while Toronto posted a 3‑1 record. If cleared, Leonard will miss matchups against the Lakers and Clippers, adding to the 34‑game absence he endured with the Clippers in 2024‑25 due to chronic knee issues. Despite setbacks, he logged 37 of the last 48 games last season and played 65 games the year before, his second‑best stretch since 2016‑17.
Just weeks into the 2026‑27 season, Kawhi Leonard’s left‑knee swelling sidelines the 35‑year‑old forward for several weeks, prompting concerns that the Raptors no longer have the championship‑winning version of “The Klaw.” ESPN’s Shams Charania reports an MRI shows no structural damage, but the injury adds to Leonard’s recent knee woes that already cost him a max extension with the Clippers. Toronto gave Leonard a two‑year, $115 million deal, hoping his nine‑year, 2019 championship pedigree would lift the team, yet his age and recurring knee issues now threaten that plan for the next two seasons.
Kawhi Leonard is reportedly expected to miss several weeks with left knee swelling despite no structural damage.
Kawhi Leonard’s Toronto debut hits a snag as the 35‑year‑old small forward is sidelined with left‑knee swelling. NBA insider Shams Charania reports an MRI shows no structural damage, but the Raptors expect Leonard to miss several weeks while undergoing treatment and rehab, with a re‑evaluation in a week. Leonard had been averaging 19.5 points, 7.5 rebounds and 1.5 assists in the first two games, including a 117‑94 loss to Minnesota without him. The injury follows a high‑profile trade from the Clippers and a promising preseason ramp‑up, leaving fans uncertain about his immediate impact.
The second Kawhi Leonard era for the Toronto Raptors is not off to a good start.
Kawhi Leonard will miss at least four games for the Toronto Raptors after swelling in his left knee forced him out of Sunday’s matchup in Minnesota. An MRI shows no structural damage, but doctors will keep him in rehab and re‑evaluate him in a week. Leonard, who returned to Toronto in a blockbuster trade and signed a two‑year, $115 million extension, has helped the Raptors sprint to a 2‑1 start, winning both games he started. His next absence includes back‑to‑back games vs. Orlando, then trips to Los Angeles and the Clippers, testing the team without their star early in the season.
The Toronto Raptors announced on Tuesday morning that All-Star forward Kawhi Leonard will undergo treatment and a rehabilitation program to address ongoing swelling in his left knee. Although medical imaging showed no acute injury, the Raptors are being cautious with Leonard because of his history of knee injuries and swelling. As a result of this […] The post Raptors’ Kawhi Leonard to undergo treatment, rehab for mysterious knee injury appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Toronto Raptors star Kawhi Leonard is expected to miss time with swelling in his left knee. The post Report: Kawhi Leonard is expected to miss a period of weeks due to swelling in left knee first appeared on Raptors Republic .
A new NBA season means another year of keeping tabs on familiar faces. Here's how former Raptors are looking so far. The post Checking in on former Raptors through the first week of the 2026-27 NBA season first appeared on Raptors Republic .
Former Illinois standouts Ayo Dosunmu and Terrence Shannon Jr. are fueling the Minnesota Timberwolves’ hot 2026‑27 start. Minnesota wins its first three games by 20‑plus points before a 127‑125 setback to Cleveland. Off the bench, Dosunmu averages 12 points, 4.5 rebounds and 4 assists, posting 16 points vs. Miami and a near‑triple‑double vs. Orlando. Shannon hits double figures in each of four games, with 15 points against Toronto and 14 vs. Cleveland, averaging 13 points, 3.3 rebounds and 2.5 assists. Their early contributions position Minnesota as a Western Conference contender.
The Raptors cutting ties with Jonathan Mogbo is looking like ot may not age well, as he thrives in Sacramento while Toronto searches for backup big answers.
Kevin Porter Jr., recently waived by the Milwaukee Bucks after posting 17 points, seven assists and two steals per game, is unlikely to be a fit for the Toronto Raptors. Despite his on‑court production, his documented history of legal trouble—including a misdemeanor assault and harassment plea tied to alleged domestic abuse—raises serious concerns. Raptors fans have voiced frustration with point guard Immanuel Quickley, but the article warns that Porter’s past volatility could disrupt the team’s locker‑room chemistry, which the Raptors prioritize. The piece argues the Raptors should avoid adding Porter to their roster as they pursue a playoff push.
RJ Barrett is playing for his next contract.
Warriors star Draymond Green defends his earlier prediction that Bulls rookie Caleb Wilson’s floor is Kevin Garnett after Wilson’s 67 points in his first three games sparked Michael Jordan comparisons. Green, who called Wilson “potentially the best player in this draft” on his podcast, mocks critics for labeling him “dumb” when they now draw parallels to Jordan, who tallied 74 points in his first three games. Wilson’s debut (16 points vs. Raptors, 21 vs. Bucks, 30 with 14 rebounds vs. Wizards) ignited the debate, but Green stresses it’s too early to gauge Hall‑of‑Fame trajectories.
In Minnesota’s home opener, coach Chris Finch kept rookie guard LaMelo Ball in the game despite a fourth foul early in the third quarter. Ball answered by scoring 15 points on 5‑for‑8 shooting (4‑for‑5 from three) and dishing eight assists in just 16:44, propelling the Timberwolves to a 117–94 win over Toronto. Finch’s gamble paid off as Minnesota outscored the Raptors by 33 points while Ball was on the floor, and the duo’s growing trust was highlighted by Ball’s praise for Finch.
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