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Part of situation: NBA Clippers sanctions and Kawhi Leonard Raptors return (47 clusters)

Kawhi Leonard returns to Toronto Raptors amid Clippers investigation fallout

Kawhi Leonard Toronto Raptors Los Angeles Clippers NBA investigation salary cap circumvention

Kawhi Leonard has officially returned to the Toronto Raptors, signing a two-year, $115 million contract extension. His return follows a year-long NBA investigation into his former team, the Los Angeles Clippers, which found the franchise guilty of circumventing salary cap rules through a $28 million no-show sponsorship deal with Aspiration.

The investigation resulted in severe penalties for the Clippers, including a $30 million fine, the forfeiture of five first-round draft picks (2029-2033), and a one-year suspension for owner Steve Ballmer. Leonard himself was fined $700,000 but retained his endorsement earnings. During the Raptors' media day, Leonard declined to discuss the specifics of the probe, stating his intention to focus on his tenure in Toronto.

In Toronto, Leonard joins a roster that includes RJ Barrett, who is entering the final year of his contract, and Scottie Barnes. Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic expressed confidence in the team's championship potential, while management emphasized the importance of maintaining Leonard's health throughout the season.

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Bobby Webster · Brandon Ingram · Darko Rajakovic · Kawhi Leonard · Los Angeles Clippers · NBA · Steve Ballmer · Toronto Raptors

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At NBA Media Days, plenty of teams in the league find no shortage of reasons for optimism [www.durangoherald.com]
Barrett willing to wait on contract with Raptors [thecrystaleyes.com]
What moves should the Raptors consider to improve chances of a deep playoff run? [thepeachbasket.net]
Kawhi Leonard Dodges Clippers Investigation Questions But Social Media Refuses To Let It Go [hot1009.com]
Kawhi Leonard Returns to Raptors Amid Clippers Scandal Fallout [digitalchew.com]
Barrett willing to wait on contract with Raptors [dailyguardian.ca]
Kawhi Leonard Dodges Clippers Investigation Questions But Social Media Refuses To Let It Go [kissrichmond.com]
Kawhi Leonard Dodges Clippers Investigation Questions But Social Media Refuses To Let It Go [92q.com]
Kawhi Leonard Dodges Clippers Investigation Questions But Social Media Refuses To Let It Go [theboxhouston.com]
Kawhi Leonard Dodges Clippers Investigation Questions But Social Media Refuses To Let It Go [wtlcfm.com]
Kawhi Leonard Dodges Clippers Investigation Questions But Social Media Refuses To Let It Go [thebeatdfw.com]
Kawhi Leonard Dodges Clippers Investigation Questions But Social Media Refuses To Let It Go [cassiuslife.com]
Kawhi Leonard Dodges Clippers Investigation Questions But Social Media Refuses To Let It Go [zhiphopcleveland.com]
Raptors, ecco il ritorno di Leonard: "Indagini chiuse, ora penso al gioco" [www.nbapassion.com]
Kawhi Leonard signs two-year contract extension with Toronto Raptors [www.archynewsy.com]
Kawhi Leonard excited to be back in Toronto, move past NBA investigation [srnnews.com]
NBA - La priorité des Raptors avec Kawhi Leonard déjà confirmée [www.parlons-basket.com]
Report: RJ Barrett’s agent and Toronto Raptors yet to discuss contract extension [raptorsrepublic.com]
Raptors Haven't Held Serious Talks Regarding Barrett Extension [www.hoopsrumors.com]
Kawhi Leonard Dodges Clippers Investigation Questions But Social Media Refuses To Let It Go [krnb.com]
Kawhi Leonard Dodges Clippers Investigation Questions But Social Media Refuses To Let It Go [kysdc.com]
Kawhi Leonard Dodges Clippers Investigation Questions But Social Media Refuses To Let It Go [wzakcleveland.com]
Kawhi Leonard Dodges Clippers Investigation Questions But Social Media Refuses To Let It Go [hotspotatl.com]
Kawhi Leonard Dodges Clippers Investigation Questions But Social Media Refuses To Let It Go [mycolumbusmagic.com]
Kawhi Leonard joins Toronto Raptors on $115 million contract extension [www.world-today-news.com]
Darko Rajakovic embraces championship standard: “Pressure is the privilege” [www.eurohoops.net]
Kawhi Leonard dodges Clippers talk at Raptors media day: 'I already was a distraction for the past 70 days' [awfulannouncing.com]
RJ Barrett Makes Stance Clear on Raptors Extension Talks [www.si.com]
Kawhi Leonard Refuses To Speak About Clippers At Media Day [heavy.com]
Back in Toronto, Kawhi Leonard wants to focus on basketball and chase another ring as a Raptor [www.newsday.com]