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Kawhi Leonard knee injury

Overview

Toronto Raptors forward Kawhi Leonard is expected to be sidelined for several weeks due to swelling in his left knee. Although MRI results showed no structural damage or acute injury, Leonard has entered a treatment and rehabilitation program to manage the inflammation.

His absence follows a strong start to the 2026-27 season and will impact upcoming games against teams including the Minnesota Timberwolves, the Los Angeles Clippers, the Orlando Magic, and the Los Angeles Lakers. The team intends to re-evaluate his condition in one week, though his availability for future road trips remains uncertain.

Following the news, ESPN analyst Stephen A. Smith criticized Leonard’s professional conduct and offseason preparation, labeling him ‘the worst superstar in the history of sports’ during a broadcast.

Entities

NBA · Toronto Raptors · Kawhi Leonard · Ja’Kobe Walter · Stephen A. Smith

Timeline

  1. [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Kawhi Leonard expected to miss weeks due to knee swelling

    Toronto Raptors star Kawhi Leonard is expected to miss several weeks due to left knee swelling, sidelining him for upcoming games including a highly anticipated reunion against the LA Clippers.

  2. [SPORTS] 12 sources
    Kawhi Leonard expected to miss multiple weeks with knee swelling

    Toronto Raptors forward Kawhi Leonard is expected to miss several weeks due to left knee swelling, despite MRI results showing no structural damage.

Sources

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