What happened: The teams can jointly submit their agreed deal for league approval at any time, according to [Marc Stein](https://hoopswire.com/nba-rumors-news-kawhi-leonard-raptors/).

Why it matters: The Clippers' front-office reorganization remains a procedural hurdle. Per Torre, the team needs NBA approval of a temporary governor to process the transaction.

What to watch: Watch for the temporary governor's approval and a formal trade submission ahead of the 2026-27 season.