# Kawhi Leonard Injury Update: Raptors Get Sad News

> Kawhi Leonard's left knee swelling could keep him out weeks, delaying Raptors' season start.
- Title: Kawhi Leonard Injury Update: Raptors Get Sad News | Shortify
- Summary: Kawhi Leonard's left knee swelling could keep him out weeks, delaying Raptors' season start. Kawhi Leonard will miss several weeks with left knee swelling…
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- Source: EssentiallySports — https://essentiallysports.com/nba-active-basketball-news-kawhi-leonard-injury-update-raptors-get-sad-news-as-insider-outlines-return-timeline
- Author: Krishna
- Published: 2026-10-27T17:54:55+00:00
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- Topics: kawhi leonard, toronto raptors, nba, left knee swelling, injury timeline, raptors injury, sports
## Kawhi Leonard Injury Update
Kawhi Leonard expected to miss several weeks with left knee swelling.

> Toronto’s Kawhi Leonard is expected to miss a period of weeks due to swelling in his left knee, sources tell ESPN
## Raptors' Treatment Plan
Raptors begin rehab program before re-evaluation in one week.

> imaging revealed no acute injury and that Leonard will begin a treatment and rehab program
## Injury Timeline
Leonard reacquired June 30 but deal delayed 76 days due to NBA investigation.

> Toronto agreed to reacquire Leonard from the Clippers on June 30, but the deal sat on hold for 76 days
## Early Season Impact
Leonard scored 23 points with six rebounds and four assists in Raptors' first two games.

> Leonard scored 23 points with six rebounds and four assists against the Bulls
## Current Situation
Raptors lose 117-94 after Leonard's absence, struggling to keep pace.

> Toronto went on to lose 117-94 against Minnesota
## Key takeaway

Kawhi Leonard will miss several weeks with left knee swelling, impacting Toronto Raptors' early season performance.