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Raptors GM Webster says he was always confident Kawhi Leonard deal would go ahead
Bobby Webster said Toronto had confidence the trade would stand after the NBA investigated possible salary-cap circumvention.
- On Thursday, Toronto Raptors general manager and executive Vice President Bobby Webster addressed the media, expressing confidence in the team's due diligence during the trade process for Kawhi Leonard.
- Leonard signed a two-year extension on Wednesday, returning to the franchise he helped win its only NBA title in 2019. The acquisition from the Los Angeles Clippers was finalized earlier this month following an NBA investigation.
- Over 14 NBA seasons, Leonard has averaged 31.8 minutes and 1.7 steals. Last season with the Clippers, Leonard averaged 1.9 steals and 0.4 blocks per game.
- Canadian basketball player Barrett discussed the opportunity to play with Leonard, telling Donnovan Bennett that he looks forward to the partnership. Barrett has been part of the Canada Basketball senior program for nearly a decade.
- The NBA season approaches for the Toronto Raptors, including the addition of Leonard. The young star remains committed to the national team two years out from LA 2028.
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Raptors GM Webster says he was always confident Kawhi Leonard deal would go ahead
TORONTO - General manager Bobby Webster says the Toronto Raptors were always confident their deal for forward Kawhi Leonard would go through.
·Winnipeg, Canada
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