What happened: The NBA ordered LA to forfeit one first-round selection in each draft from 2029 through 2033. The Clippers and Raptors still intend to complete the Kawhi Leonard trade, with the formal announcement timeline unresolved.

Why it matters: Trading veteran contracts could help LA rebuild its depleted draft inventory while preserving its best young players. Any NBA action against the Toronto selections would narrow the franchise’s clearest stated path to offsetting the forfeitures.

What to watch: Watch for the Leonard trade announcement, an NBA decision on the Toronto picks and any roster selloff before the 2026-27 season.