Raptors Delay Kawhi Leonard’s Return Another Week

Leonard is still undergoing reconditioning after treatment for swelling in his left knee, the Raptors said in a statement on November 10. The team plans to provide another update in a week, leaving his return timeline uncertain for at least that period.

The issue was first announced in late October. An MRI showed no acute knee damage, but Leonard’s recovery has continued longer than initially expected. The forward has already missed eight games this season and is set to miss at least three more.

Leonard returned to Toronto in an offseason trade with the Los Angeles Clippers and agreed to stay with the Raptors on a $115 million deal spanning two seasons. In two appearances this season, he has averaged 19.5 points, 7.5 rebounds and 3.5 steals per game.

Toronto is 5-5 to open the 2026-27 season. Scottie Barnes and RJ Barrett have each averaged more than 20 points while Leonard has been out. The Raptors’ next game is against the Boston Celtics on November 11.