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Clippers roster and starting lineup after Kawhi Leonard trade
Clippers roster and starting lineup after Kawhi Leonard trade
Kawhi Leonard's future with the Los Angeles Clippers appeared to be nearly over, and on Tuesday, June 30, the team struck a deal to send him back to his former stomping grounds. In yet another blockbuster NBA trade this offseason, the Clippers agreed to terms with the Toronto Raptors on a deal that will net them an impressive return for the 35-year-old forward, as ESPN's Shams Charania highlighted.
Here's a rundown of the trade terms and details that were initially reported:
AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementRaptors get: Kawhi Leonard
Clippers get: Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick, two first-round draft picks, one pick swap and two second-round picks.
The Clippers have significantly bolstered their draft capital through trades in recent seasons, and their return for Leonard will go a long way toward helping the franchise build a strong long-term outlook. However, along with the four picks in this trade, the Clippers also pick up a strong starter in Brandon Ingram and a player in Gradey Dick who could get more opportunities with his new team.
Clippers roster and starting lineup after the Kawhi Leonard trade
SF: Brandon Ingram, Derrick Jones Jr., Nick Martinelli (R)
PF: Isaiah Jackson, Baba Miller (R), Yanic Konan Niederhauser
The Clippers added plenty of depth through the 2026 NBA Draft with four new rookies in the mix, although most likely won't see floor time immediately. Regardless, the move to send Leonard to Toronto also gives them flexibility to make additional moves, should they choose to, thanks to the draft capital included. As Sleeper Hoops highlighted, between 2027 and 2031, the Clippers are now back up to having five first-round picks and a pick-swap, including the Raptors and Pacers first-round selections in 2029.
This article originally appeared on For The Win: Clippers roster and starting lineup after Kawhi Leonard trade
PG: Darius Garland, Keaton Wagler (R)
SG: Kris Dunn, Gradey Dick, Cam Christie
C: Brook Lopez, Narcisse Ngoy (R)