Leonard trade still pending after Clippers penalties, holiday delay

Sept. 28 media day is the next pressure point.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Sep 81 min read

What happened: The agreed package would send Kawhi Leonard to Toronto and Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick and draft assets to LA. Doug Smith says the league call could be completed Tuesday or Wednesday, about a week after the Clippers were penalized.

Why it matters: Smith argues Toronto should preserve the original terms rather than damage its credibility in future negotiations. The Clippers need to replenish their draft assets, and both clubs have room to finish the transaction before the end of September.

By the numbers: Leonard averaged 27.9 points, 6.4 rebounds and 3.6 assists across 65 games in 2025-26.

What to watch: Watch for formal league approval and roster processing before preparations for the 2026-27 season begin.

Sources

thestar.com 2026-09-08T17:20:32.441536+00:00

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