Kawhi Leonard shows continued ties to Raptors despite NBA investigation into Clippers

Kawhi Leonard, the 2019 NBA champion who led the Toronto Raptors to their first title, has remained a visible presence around the organization despite an ongoing NBA investigation into alleged salary-cap circumvention involving his current team, the Los Angeles Clippers.

Leonard was seen at the Raptors' Summer League game in Las Vegas on Monday, showing support for the organization's young players. He also appeared at Kyle Lowry's retirement announcement, displaying the lasting relationships built during his time in Toronto in 2019—a season that remains one of the franchise's most memorable moments.

The NBA is investigating allegations involving Leonard and the Clippers over a potential salary-cap circumvention issue connected to a sponsorship agreement with Aspiration. NBA Commissioner Adam Silver said Tuesday that he believes the independent investigation, its conclusions, and any potential penalties can be completed before the start of the upcoming season.

Leonard's appearances around the Raptors organization underscore the strong bond he has maintained with the franchise since departing. While he has spent the past several seasons with the Clippers, he continues to attend Raptors-related events.