Kawhi Leonard, Raptors open season Oct. 21 vs. Bulls

Toronto hosts opener for Tip-Off week

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Familiar Faces ➡️ New Places: Kawhi Leonard, Toronto Raptors Leonard and the @Raptors open their season when they host Via @NBAPR on X

What happened: Kawhi Leonard was featured with the Toronto Raptors in the league's Familiar Faces in New Places rollout. Toronto opens its season at home against Chicago on Wednesday, Oct. 21 as part of the American Express NBA Tip-Off.

Why it matters: The home opener gives Toronto an immediate look at its reshaped rotation with Leonard. A nationally slotted Tip-Off date puts the new pairing under early attention.

What to watch: Toronto has one more week of camp to settle its rotation before the home opener.

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