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Raptors and Clippers put trade for Kawhi Leonard on hold, pending end of NBA investigation
By Tim Reynolds, Associated Press at KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· July 9, 2026
· 3 min read
Kawhi Leonard's trade to the Toronto Raptors is on hold pending the outcome of the NBA's investigation into whether the Los Angeles Clippers circumvented salary cap rules, the teams announced Thursday.It does not necessarily mean that the trade is off. The Raptors said they still want Leonard, an...
Key takeaway The league had no immediate comment Thursday, though Commissioner Adam Silver said in recent weeks that he'd like to see a conclusion.
Why this matters in The Pearland
The hold on Kawhi Leonard's trade to the Toronto Raptors has significant implications for the Houston area, where the NBA's investigation into the Los Angeles Clippers' dealings is being closely watched. As the Clippers' situation unfolds, local fans are reminded of the complex web of finances and endorsements that underpin professional sports. The fact that the investigation centers on a company that touted itself as environmentally friendly adds a layer of intrigue, given the Houston area's own strong focus on environmental issues. With the NBA's probe ongoing, Pearland residents who follow the league will be waiting to see how the situation resolves, and what it might mean for the balance of power in the NBA's Western Conference, where the Houston Rockets compete. The lack of a timetable for the investigation's conclusion only adds to the uncertainty, leaving local basketball fans to wonder what the future holds for Leonard and the teams involved.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 9, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? Kawhi Leonard's trade to the Toronto Raptors is on hold pending the outcome of the NBA's investigation into whether the Los Angeles Clippers circumvented salary cap rules, the teams announced Thursday.It does not necessarily mean that the trade is off. The Raptors said they still want Leonard, an...
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