Clippers, Raptors Have Disagreements To Work Out In Kawhi Leonard Trade
Kawhi Leonard is returning to the Toronto Raptors following a completed trade deal with the LA Clippers.
📍 Aftermath
Kawhi Leonard was traded from the Clippers to the Raptors. The deal was completed despite an ongoing NBA investigation.
Brandon Ingram headlined the Clippers' full return.
Epilogue added 73d ago, after coverage quieted.
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Clippers, Raptors Have Disagreements To Work Out In Kawhi Leonard Trade HoopsRumors.com · 76d ago broke it first
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The Toronto Raptors have reached an agreement with the LA Clippers to acquire Kawhi Leonard. While early reports indicated disagreements between the two teams and suggested the Clippers were in no rush to move the player, subsequent coverage confirms the trade has been completed.
Coverage from Yahoo Sports, The Washington Post, and an AP source emphasizes the finalization of the deal. The Globe and Mail and Sports Illustrated describe the move as an excitement overhaul and analyze the impact of Leonard's return to Toronto.
Further details regarding the specific terms of the trade are not provided in the current coverage.
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Which teams were involved in the trade?
The trade involved the Toronto Raptors and the LA Clippers.
Was there initial hesitation regarding the trade?
Yes, according to HoopsRumors.com and Yahoo Sports, there were initial disagreements and reports that the Clippers were in no rush to trade Leonard.
Who reported the completion of the deal?
Yahoo Sports and The Washington Post, citing an AP source, reported that the trade was completed.
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