The NBA has authorized a transaction involving Kawhi Leonard from the LA Clippers to the Toronto Raptors. The deal was verified Wednesday by the office. Leonard now returns to Toronto. Analysts are assessing this trade. The Raptors' title odds have risen. That makes them an Eastern Conference contending team. Toronto brings Leonard on board. The Clippers see their star leave. The trade was announced after the teams agreed on terms. The approval originated from the NBA office. Both rosters will change upon the trade being made official.
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4 takeaways: Kawhi Leonard returns to Toronto in trade with Clippers - NBA.com
4 takeaways: Kawhi Leonard returns to Toronto in trade with Clippers NBA.com
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Rival Watch: What NBA analysts are saying about Kawhi Leonard trade - Sportsnet.ca
Rival Watch: What NBA analysts are saying about Kawhi Leonard trade Sportsnet.ca
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Toronto Raptors' NBA title odds jump following Kawhi Leonard trade - blogTO
Toronto Raptors' NBA title odds jump following Kawhi Leonard trade blogTO
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NBA Eastern Conference top contenders following Kawhi Leonard trade becoming official - Yahoo Sports
NBA Eastern Conference top contenders following Kawhi Leonard trade becoming official Yahoo Sports
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Raptors acquire Kawhi Leonard from the LA Clippers - NBA.com
Raptors acquire Kawhi Leonard from the LA Clippers NBA.com