Raptors explore Kawhi Leonard reunion

Los Angeles Clippers and Toronto Raptors have entered serious discussions about a potential trade that would send Kawhi Leonard back to the franchise he led to the 2019 championship. According to Jake Fischer, the teams held substantive talks over the weekend, with Toronto preferring to include Brandon Ingram rather than RJ Barrett in any package. Leonard, 34, is approaching the final season of his three‑year, $149.5 million deal and remains an elite two‑way force, coming off a campaign with 27.9 points, 6.4 rebounds and 3.6 assists.

Despite his production, the Clippers finished 42‑40 and remain far from contention, prompting questions about their long‑term direction. Toronto, fifth in the East last season, could reshape its roster to pursue a reunion. Ingram averaged 21.5 points, while Barrett posted 19.3, both under sizable contracts. Any deal would dramatically alter Toronto’s young core built around Scottie Barnes, a rising defensive standout.