Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards faces an arthroscopic knee surgery that will sideline him for up to two months, likely forcing his return after Christmas. Edwards entered the 2026‑27 season on a tear, averaging 33 points, 40% from three and 11 attempts per game in the first four contests. His absence adds to a rash of early‑season injuries that also include Kawhi Leonard (Raptors) and multiple OKC Thunder players. Coach will lean on Ayo Dosunmu, Terrence Shannon Jr., Jaden McDaniels and Jonathan Kuminga as the Wolves, now 3‑1, navigate roughly 25 games without their four‑time All‑Star.
Raptors star Kawhi Leonard responds to latest injury news, promises quick return.
Raptors star Kawhi Leonard responds to latest injury news, promises quick return.
Slugger Seiya Suzuki, the Cubs’ top offensive free agent, posts a .270/.368/.473 slash line, 26 homers and a 131 OPS+ in 2026. The Boston Red Sox and Toronto Blue Jays emerge as his two strongest AL East suitors, with the Jays eyeing him to replace departing outfield talent and boost a struggling offense. The Philadelphia Phillies also show interest, needing right‑handed power after a season that ranked 22nd in OPS. Suzuki’s consistent 20‑plus homer production and OPS+ over 125 make him a coveted fit for these clubs.
Rookie netminder Dylan Garand, who burst onto the scene with a 4‑2‑1 start, 1.85 GAA and .925 save percentage before Shesterkin’s season‑ending knee injury, now faces a slump with a 4‑5‑1 record, 2.69 GAA and .899 SV% after back‑to‑back losses (5‑4 to Toronto, 7‑4 to Ottawa) and a 6‑3 defeat to LA. Garand says he’s “trying hard” and will use a five‑day break to reset. Meanwhile, veteran James Reimer, who logged only 20 minutes before being pulled, is held out of Tuesday’s practice for precaution, leaving the Rangers to rely on backup Joonas Korpisalo once he recovers. Coach Mike Sullivan emphasizes rest and mental reset before the home game against Edmonton on Sunday.
Kawhi Leonard’s knee injury leaves Toronto short-handed, but Brandon Ingram’s Achilles issue could’ve put them in a much worse spot.
Kawhi Leonard will miss the Raptors' upcoming game against the Los Angeles Lakers at Crypto.com Arena and the subsequent matchup with the Clippers after his left knee swelled during the loss to Minnesota. ESPN’s Shams Charania reports that an MRI showed no structural damage, but the team plans a multi‑week rest to ramp him back up. Leonard entered the season averaging 19.5 points, 7.5 rebounds, 3.5 steals and 1.5 assists while shooting poorly (32.4% FG, 28.6% 3‑pt). Toronto won its first two games before the Timberwolves' 117‑94 rout, and now faces Orlando before a four‑game road stretch.
Toronto Raptors guard Ja'Kobe Walter will need to pick up the slack after Kawhi Leonard's knee swelling will force him to miss some games.
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The Seattle Kraken sit 7-4-1 and third in the Pacific Division, yet GM Jason Botterill still chases a top-line scorer. Insider Darren Dreger says Seattle is ready to trade a "big, good, young" centerman—potentially prospects Jake O'Brien, Oscar Fisker Molgaard, Julius Miettinen, or current contributor Berkly Catton—to land a marquee winger. The team has previously pursued Artemi Panarin and Jason Robertson, and even Shane Wright’s name lingers on the radar. With a home game against the Toronto Maple Leafs Wednesday, the Kraken aim to bolster their offense before the trade deadline.
Zach Lowe has an eye on Jakob Poeltl’s minutes for the Raptors.
The Toronto Raptors lose Kawhi Leonard for weeks after a knee injury, just as the 2026‑27 season begins (Raptors sit 2‑1). ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith blasted Leonard on X, calling him “the worst superstar in the history of sports” and accusing him of getting paid without working—a jab that echoes his long‑standing criticism since Leonard’s Clippers days and the recent salary‑cap scandal. While Leonard’s health has been a perennial concern, the Raptors’ deep defensive roster should keep them competitive while he’s sidelined. The team next faces the Orlando Magic at home on Wednesday.
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The Toronto Raptors might not have Kawhi Leonard on the court when they face the Philadelphia 76ers next month.
The Raptors lose Kawhi Leonard to weeks of knee swelling after three games, missing the Nov. 2 clash with the Clippers and forcing Ja’Kobe Walter, rookie Allen Graves and Kyle Anderson to step up. Meanwhile, Anthony Edwards drops 47 points in a 127‑125 overtime loss to Cleveland, with Minnesota’s 18 turnovers and poor free‑throw shooting (60.7% this season) highlighted as concerns. Denver’s coach Michael Adelman bluntly says the Nuggets must improve defensive effort after a 134‑114 defeat to the Warriors, who shot 22‑of‑44 from three and saw Stephen Curry deliver his usual clutch shots. The piece recaps early-season setbacks and key injuries for Toronto, Minnesota, and Denver.
Kawhi Leonard is already injured.
Kawhi Leonard is set to miss several weeks after swelling in his left knee forced him out of the Raptors’ game against Minnesota. ESPN’s Shams Charania reports an MRI showed no structural damage, and Toronto will begin a short‑term rehab program with a re‑evaluation in a week. Leonard, who helped the Raptors start 2‑0 with 23 points vs. Chicago and 16 vs. Washington, has averaged 19.5 points, 7.5 rebounds and 3.5 steals in 26 minutes this season. His absence coincides with the team’s first loss (117‑94) and puts pressure on Barrett, Quickley and Barnes. The timeline suggests Leonard will also miss the upcoming Lakers and Clippers games.
Kawhi Leonard is set to miss at least four games for the Toronto Raptors after swelling in his left knee forces a short layoff. ESPN’s Shams Charania reports the injury isn’t structural—an MRI shows no damage—so the Raptors hope to manage his return carefully. Leonard, who has averaged 19.5 points, 7.5 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 3.5 steals in his first two outings, will sit out the Oct. 28-30 home games against Orlando and the Nov. 1‑2 road stretch versus the Lakers and Clippers. His absence could extend if the knee doesn’t improve.
The Toronto Raptors say forward Kawhi Leonard will miss several weeks after his left knee swelled up. An MRI shows no structural damage, and the team plans a cautious rest and gradual return to practice. Leonard, who joined the Raptors this offseason after his trade from the Los Angeles Clippers, faces an early setback to his comeback.
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Kawhi Leonard, back for his second stint with the Toronto Raptors, announces a knee injury that will sideline him for at least a week. In a brief statement, Leonard thanks fans and vows to return at full strength, while medical staff address swelling. Leonard is currently averaging 19.5 points, 7.5 rebounds, 3.5 steals and 1.5 assists as the Raptors sit 2‑1. Stephen A. Smith harshly labels him the "worst superstar in sports," adding drama to the situation. The team hopes Leonard returns within two weeks to boost their Eastern Conference push.
Kawhi Leonard will miss the Clippers' home game against the Toronto Raptors on Nov. 2 after being sidelined for a left‑knee swelling requiring rehab, ending fans' hopes of booing him after his contentious trade. The 35‑year‑old averages 19.5 points, 7.5 rebounds and 3.5 steals this season, but his return is uncertain. The next Clippers‑Raptors meeting isn’t until Jan. 1, 2027 in Toronto, while the Clippers now face the Lakers and the Raptors play the Magic on Wednesday.
Kawhi Leonard is entering a one‑week rehab for left‑knee swelling, with a re‑evaluation set for Nov. 4. Raptors officials note imaging shows no acute injury, mirroring his 2019 stint when he missed four games as load management while Toronto posted a 3‑1 record. If cleared, Leonard will miss matchups against the Lakers and Clippers, adding to the 34‑game absence he endured with the Clippers in 2024‑25 due to chronic knee issues. Despite setbacks, he logged 37 of the last 48 games last season and played 65 games the year before, his second‑best stretch since 2016‑17.
Just weeks into the 2026‑27 season, Kawhi Leonard’s left‑knee swelling sidelines the 35‑year‑old forward for several weeks, prompting concerns that the Raptors no longer have the championship‑winning version of “The Klaw.” ESPN’s Shams Charania reports an MRI shows no structural damage, but the injury adds to Leonard’s recent knee woes that already cost him a max extension with the Clippers. Toronto gave Leonard a two‑year, $115 million deal, hoping his nine‑year, 2019 championship pedigree would lift the team, yet his age and recurring knee issues now threaten that plan for the next two seasons.
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