Kawhi Leonard

The Timberwolves, Pacers and Raptors are among the teams that have to account for star players being sidelined for extended periods after Week 2.

Even if Leonard were playing Monday, his chances of being welcomed back warmly took a major hit in the last several months. “I think he deserves to be booed,” Trisha Anna said. “I don’t think he deserves a tribute video after everything that happened. Specifically regarding the scandal, not his tenure as a player necessarily. But specifically for that reason, I wouldn’t blame anyone for booing him at all. I don’t know if I would, though. I would probably stay silent.” Leonard contributed grea...

Scottie goes for 29 as Luka hits 41 in a Lakers win without Kawhi Leonard or Jakob Poeltl

The loudest pundit has a bone to pick with the injury plagued superstar

Feb 16, 2019; Charlotte, NC, USA; Team Lebron forward Kawhi Leonard of the Toronto Raptors (2) speaks during the NBA All-Star Media Day at Bojangles Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports With a rash of injuries plaguing the league early, many key players are out. Whether temporarily or long term, teams have been effected. One of those teams is the Toronto Raptors. Now, in the second week of league play, Kawhi Leonard has been sidelined from swelling and fluid buildup in ...

Just four games into his return season with the Toronto Raptors, star Kawhi Leonard was ruled out due to injury, highlighting his biggest problem.

This article is being updated as new injury information becomes available. Check back for the latest updates ahead of Friday’s games. Anthony Edwards, Tyrese Haliburton, Jimmy Butler, Paolo Banchero and Kawhi Leonard are among the players ruled out on the NBA injury report for Friday, October 30. Alperen Sengun, Dennis Schroder, Jaylen Brown and Marcus […] The post NBA injury report: Haliburton, Durant headline Friday’s absences appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

While the Raptors didn’t expect Kawhi Leonard to play all 82 regular season games this season, their depth behind him is being tested earlier than expected, as the star forward is considered likely to miss multiple weeks after experiencing some swelling in his knee. Josh Lewenberg of TSN.ca suggests it’s crucial that Toronto is able […]

Raptors The Raptors have a better idea of how long they’ll be without Kawhi Leonard. It still amounts to a considerable stretch. The expectation is that Leonard will miss approximately three or four weeks with swelling in his left knee, Chris Haynes reported on NBA TV’s The Association. Toronto’s official plan is to reevaluate him […] The post NBA Notes: Raptors, Kawhi Leonard, Nets, Egor Demin, Lakers appeared first on Hoops Wire.

As the Toronto Raptors navigate the opening stretch of the 2026-27 NBA season, star forward Kawhi Leonard could face a longer absence than initially anticipated after the organization announced Tuesday that he would undergo treatment and rehabilitation to address swelling in his left knee. NBA insider Chris Haynes provided an updated timeline Thursday during NBA […] The post The real Kawhi Leonard knee injury timeline revealed appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Kawhi Leonard played in just two games before his knee started giving him trouble.

Scottie Barnes scored 28 points and RJ Barrett added 25 as the Toronto Raptors routed the Orlando Magic 129-99 on Wednesday night at Scotiabank Arena, improving to 3-1 and opening a two-game series between the teams with a dominant performance. Toronto led 32-25 after the first quarter, extended the margin to 69-53 by halftime and […] The post Scottie Barnes, RJ Barrett lead Raptors to 30-point rout of Magic appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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Raptors The Raptors didn’t bring back Kawhi Leonard expecting perfect attendance. Still, having to adjust without him before October ends probably wasn’t the preferred introduction. Leonard is expected to miss weeks with swelling in his left knee, though imaging revealed no structural damage. As Sean Keane of Yardbarker writes, Toronto accepted the availability concerns when […] The post NBA Notes: Raptors, Kawhi Leonard, Mavericks, Zaccharie Risacher, Rockets appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Kawhi Leonard’s return to Toronto has started off with a familiar feel.

TORONTO, CANADA - OCTOBER 21: Kawhi Leonard #2 of the Toronto Raptors handles the ball during the game against the Chicago Bulls on October 21, 2026 at the Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Vaughn Ridley/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via...

Kawhi Leonard has been accused of bailing on the Raptors.

Kawhi Leonard is expected to miss a period of weeks due to swelling in his left knee, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania.

WASHINGTON, DC - OCTOBER 23: Kawhi Leonard #2 of the Toronto Raptors handles the ball during the second half against the Washington Wizards at Capital One Arena on October 23, 2026 in Washington, DC. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Todd Olszewski/Getty Images) | Getty Images After sitting out Sunday’s game between the Toronto Rapto...