The NBA has approved a deal that sends Kawhi Leonard from the LA Clippers to the Toronto Raptors. The deal was confirmed Wednesday by the office. Leonard now returns to Toronto. Analysts are evaluating the deal. The Raptors' title odds have risen. That establishes them as an Eastern Conference contender. Toronto adds Leonard to its roster. The Clippers are without their star. The trade was announced once both sides reached a deal. The approval was issued by the NBA office. Both rosters will change when the trade becomes 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