Kawhi traded to Raptors: Grades, reaction, Clippers' next steps

The Toronto Raptors have acquired forward Kawhi Leonard, jersey #2, from the Los Angeles Clippers. Leonard comes into the Raptors with season averages of 27.9 points, 6.4 rebounds and 3.6 assists over 65 games while shooting 50.5% from the field. His scoring and all‑around production give Toronto a significant boost as they look to contend in the Eastern Conference.

The Clippers enter the trade with a 42–40 record, sitting ninth in the Western Conference and ranked 16th in the league’s power rankings. Their net rating sits at +1.1, they are on a one‑game winning streak and have gone 6‑4 in their last ten games. With the departure of Leonard, the Clippers may evaluate additional roster moves to improve their standing as the season progresses.