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Stephen Curry backs Adam Silver, NBA following Clippers, Kawhi Leonard penalties

After NBA Commissioner Adam Silver disciplined the Los Angeles Clippers and Kawhi Leonard, Stephen Curry shared his thoughts on the matter. One of the biggest storylines of the NBA offseason was the league’s high-profile salary-cap investigation involving the Los Angeles Clippers and star forward Kawhi Leonard . With heavy penalties now officially handed down, Golden State Warriors superstar Stephen Curry weighed in on the ruling, backing NBA Commissioner Adam Silver ‘s decisive action. ...

Warriors star Stephen Curry breaks silence on Clippers punishment for Kawhi Leonard shenanigans

Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry was not surprised by the NBA’s punishment of the Los Angeles Clippers stemming from their salary cap circumvention involving Kawhi Leonard. During an interview with CNBC on Thursday, Curry addressed the league’s investigation and subsequent penalties against the Clippers, saying NBA commissioner Adam Silver’s decision made sense after the […] The post Warriors star Stephen Curry breaks silence on Clippers punishment for Kawhi Leonard shenanigans appea...

Report: Raptors, Leonard nearing agreement on contract extension

Kawhi Leonard might be in Toronto for longer than one season this time. The Raptors and Leonard are nearing agreement on a contract extension, NBA insider Jake Fischer reported on Thursday. Leonard is eligible to sign a two-year deal for a maximum of $126.1 million that would take him through the 2028-29 season. He is under contract this season for $50.3 million, the last of a three-year deal signed with the Los Angeles Clippers. The 35-year-old wing is coming off a season where he averaged a ...

Raptors’ Kawhi Leonard nearing contract extension that could be worth $126 million after Clippers trade

The Toronto Raptors have Kawhi Leonard in their hands after the trade from the Los Angeles Clippers was officially completed. The next thing for Leonard and the Raptors is a contract extension, according to NBA insider Jake Fischer. “The Toronto Raptors and Kawhi Leonard have held advanced discussions and are nearing an agreement on a […] The post Raptors’ Kawhi Leonard nearing contract extension that could be worth $126 million after Clippers trade appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Kawhi Leonard nearing contract extension with Raptors

Kawhi Leonard is expected to soon make his long-term stay in Toronto official. According to NBA insider Jake Fischer , Leonard and the Toronto Raptors have held advanced discussions and are nearing an agreement on a contract extension. Fischer adds that Leonard is currently eligible to sign an extension worth up to two years and $126 million with Toronto. The Raptors and Los Angeles Clippers officially completed their trade on Monday, more than two months after initially agreeing to the deal o...

Keaton Wagler is the LA Clippers’ most important player

Keaton Wagler is the most important player on the LA Clippers roster. That might sound ridiculous when we’re talking about a 19-year-old rookie who hasn’t played a meaningful NBA minute yet, but hear me out. The Clippers’ future outlook is bleak after being handed the most substantial team penalty in NBA history. The punishment includes […]

Kawhi Leonard Makes Honest Admission About ‘New’ Role With Raptors 7 Years After Leaving Them

Kawhi Leonard is returning to the Toronto Raptors after a major, year-long hurdle was finally eliminated. The NBA held off on the trade between the Los Angeles Clippers and the Raptors following Leonard’s involvement in a financial scheme. Journalist Pablo Torre exposed the two camps last September over an alleged scheme to circumvent the salary [...]

Knicks revisited Ben Simmons after he rejected them last year

Ben Simmons was on the New York Knicks' radar before completing his NBA comeback with the Sacramento Kings, according to ESPN's Marc J. Spears . Simmons ultimately chose Sacramento, agreeing to a one-year, $3.5 million contract. The three-time All-Star is returning to the NBA after sitting out the entire 2025-26 season. The 30-year-old Aussie last played for the Brooklyn Nets and LA Clippers during the 2024-25 season, averaging 5.0 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 5.6 assists in 51 games. His most re...

Gilbert Arenas questions Raptors’ Kawhi Leonard trade

Gilbert Arenas believes the Toronto Raptors sacrificed too much of their future when they traded Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick and multiple draft assets to bring Kawhi Leonard back to the franchise. Toronto completed the blockbuster deal with the Los Angeles Clippers on September 14 after the trade had been held up since July. The Raptors […] The post Gilbert Arenas questions Raptors’ Kawhi Leonard trade appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Pablo Torre Questions ESPNs Reporting of Clippers’ Kawhi Leonard Scandal

Pablo Torre has taken aim at his former employer ESPN after the network’s reporting on the Clippers’ investigation was contradicted by the NBA’s eventual findings. ESPN reported in August that the NBA had found no evidence that Clippers owner Steve Ballmer had funnelled money to Kawhi Leonard through team sponsors. Just weeks later, the NBA […] The post Pablo Torre Questions ESPNs Reporting of Clippers’ Kawhi Leonard Scandal appeared first on Basketball Forever .

2x DPOY Kawhi Leonard Sends Powerful Message About Raptors Return After Rejecting Championship-Chasing Mentality

Kawhi Leonard doesn’t want to have a championship-chasing mentality in his return to the Toronto Raptors. Leonard has put everything that has happened with the Los Angeles Clippers behind him and is focused on his second stint in Toronto. His addition makes the Raptors a much better team, giving them a more effective chance at [...]

Why Kawhi Leonard isn’t ‘championship chasing’ with Raptors

Kawhi Leonard’s return to the Toronto Raptors is about more than chasing another NBA championship. After Toronto officially completed its trade for Leonard from the Los Angeles Clippers on Monday, the star forward explained during the latest episode of “Open Gym” that his decision to return was influenced heavily by his family’s connection to the […] The post Why Kawhi Leonard isn’t ‘championship chasing’ with Raptors appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Clippers face difficult rebuild despite Kawhi Leonard trade

The Clippers have officially moved on from Kawhi Leonard, but the return from Toronto does not erase the long-term damage caused by the NBA’s salary-cap investigation. Los Angeles received Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick, two unprotected first-round picks, a first-round swap and two second-rounders for Leonard. Those assets provide useful pieces for a franchise already moving […] The post Clippers face difficult rebuild despite Kawhi Leonard trade appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Kawhi Leonard sacrifices millions to rejoin Raptors

Kawhi Leonard’s return to Toronto is now official after the NBA completed its investigation into the Los Angeles Clippers and cleared the way for the previously agreed trade. The deal had been arranged in June but remained on hold while the league examined the Clippers for salary-cap circumvention. The investigation ultimately found violations, resulting in […] The post Kawhi Leonard sacrifices millions to rejoin Raptors appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Kawhi Leonard Returns to the Toronto Raptors | Open Gym Presented by Bell

Open Gym goes behind the scenes as Bobby Webster works to bring Kawhi Leonard back to the Toronto Raptors. Through a trade with the Los Angeles Clippers involving Brandon Ingram and Gradey Dick, Bobby Webster makes a blockbuster move to bring the 7-time All-Star back to the Raptors after 7 years. Cameras go behind the scenes as Bobby welcomes Kawhi back to Toronto, as we see his first moments touching down in the city. #Raptors #TorontoRaptors