Kawhi Leonard Signs With Raptors

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1. 22 Sep

   The extension kicks in after Leonard finishes a three-year, $149.5 million deal this season.

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• 23 Sep For Kawhi Leonard, things are looking pretty good. For Clippers, not so muchKawhi Leonard agreed to a two-year, $115 million contract extension with the Toronto Raptors on Tuesday, securing his future there for at least three years. In contrast, the Los Angeles Clippers faced severe penalties after an NBA investigation into salary cap violations when they signed Leonard in 2021; these included forfeiting five first-round draft picks and a $30 million fine, while Steve Ballmer was suspended…New York Post
• 23 Sep Kawhi Leonard and the Raptors get a rare chance at an NBA do-everThe Toronto Raptors have signed forward Kawhi Leonard to a two-year, $115-million contract extension, keeping him in Toronto through 2029 despite his initial departure seven years ago after leading them to an NBA championship. Leonard has reportedly waived nearly $18 million in potential earnings and shows no intention of exercising the player option in his second year, aligning with the Raptors' long-term vision…Toronto Star
• 22 Sep Reports: Leonard signs two-year US$115-million contract extension with RaptorsKawhi Leonard has signed a two-year contract extension worth US$115 million with the Toronto Raptors. ESPN reported that this deal includes a player option for next season and is less than the maximum amount he could have earned. The extension begins after Leonard completes his current three-year, $149.5 million deal this season. This agreement follows the recent trade from the Los Angeles Clippers to the Raptors…Toronto Star
• 22 Sep Raptors, Kawhi Leonard agree on 2-year, $115 million extension, AP source saysKawhi Leonard has agreed to a two-year contract extension worth up to $115 million with the Toronto Raptors, according to an anonymous source close to the negotiations reported by the Associated Press on Tuesday. The deal includes a player option for the second year, allowing Leonard to control his future based on performance and health. This new agreement secures Leonard’s return to Toronto where he previously won…Toronto Star
• 22 Sep Raptors take gamble on Kawhi Leonard, signing him to two-year contract extensionToronto Raptors signed Kawhi Leonard to a two-year, $115 million contract extension that starts in 2027-28, with an option for a third guaranteed year. This deal is slightly less than the maximum salary he could have earned elsewhere, showing Leonard’s willingness to sacrifice some money to stay with Toronto. The Raptors gain financial flexibility from this agreement but face the risk of signing a 35-year-old player…Toronto Star
• 22 Sep Kawhi Leonard’s future with Raptors comes into focus with whopping $115 million contractKawhi Leonard has signed a two-year, $115 million contract extension with the Toronto Raptors, featuring a player option for the 2028-29 season. This deal solidifies his return to Toronto, where he previously led the team to an NBA championship in the 2018-19 season. Leonard's decision highlights his personal connection to the city and aligns with the Raptors' strong position for future playoff success following…New York Post
• 22 Sep Reports: Leonard signs two-year deal with RaptorsKawhi Leonard has signed a two-year, $115 million contract extension with the Toronto Raptors, according to reports from multiple media outlets including ESPN on Tuesday. The deal includes an option for Leonard to extend it into the 2028-29 season and is valued below the maximum he could have received. This extension comes after the Raptors completed a trade for Leonard earlier this month, following an investigation…Global News

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