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Kawhi Leonard going back to Toronto after Raptors make deal with Clippers, AP source says
By Tim Reynolds, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News
· June 30, 2026
· 2 min read
Kawhi Leonard is headed back to the Toronto Raptors, after they struck a deal with the Los Angeles Clippers to reunite with the player who led their run to the 2019 NBA championship, a person with knowledge of the talks said Tuesday.The Raptors are sending Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick, two first-r...
Key takeaway Leonard is a seven-time All-Star, seven-time All-NBA selection, a two-time NBA champion (also winning in 2014 with San Antonio) and is generally considered one of the game's top defensive players.
Why this matters in Alamo Heights News
The news of Kawhi Leonard's return to Toronto has significant implications for San Antonio, where he won his first NBA championship in 2014. As a two-time NBA champion with ties to the Alamo City, Leonard's legacy continues to be felt in the local basketball community. His departure from the Los Angeles Clippers and return to the Raptors may spark renewed interest in the NBA among San Antonio fans, who still remember his dominant play with the Spurs. The trade also highlights the ongoing player movement in the NBA, which can have a ripple effect on fan interest and engagement in cities like San Antonio. With Leonard's return to Toronto, local fans may be watching the Raptors more closely, potentially creating a new fan base in the Alamo Heights area.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 30, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Kawhi Leonard is headed back to the Toronto Raptors, after they struck a deal with the Los Angeles Clippers to reunite with the player who led their run to the 2019 NBA championship, a person with knowledge of the talks said Tuesday.The Raptors are sending Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick, two first-r...
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