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Kawhi Returns to Toronto as NBA Offseason Heats Up
September 16, 2026
The NBA offseason has delivered another major wave of roster changes as teams prepare for the 2026-27 season. The biggest move of the past two weeks came September 14, when Kawhi Leonard was traded from the Los Angeles Clippers back to the Toronto Raptors. Leonard returns to the franchise where he won the 2019 NBA championship and Finals MVP, after averaging a career-high 27.9 points per game last season. Toronto sent Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick and multiple future draft assets to Los Angeles in the blockbuster deal, giving the Raptors one of the league’s biggest names as they prepare for the upcoming season.
Boston has also generated plenty of attention following its acquisition of Paul George from Philadelphia. George was formally introduced by the Celtics on September 15 and discussed his plans to play alongside Jayson Tatum. Veteran guard Mike Conley was introduced alongside him, giving Boston two highly experienced additions as the franchise prepares for training camp. George averaged 17.3 points and 5.3 rebounds in 37 games last season, while the Celtics also added center Mitchell Robinson during an offseason that has significantly reshaped their roster.
Elsewhere around the league, teams are beginning to transition from offseason moves into preparation for training camp. The Phoenix Suns announced that center Mark Williams will miss time following an offseason shoulder injury, leading the team to add veteran center Duop Reath for additional frontcourt depth. The NBA is also continuing to discuss potential future expansion, with Las Vegas and Seattle remaining prominent markets in those conversations. With training camps approaching later this month, the next few weeks should bring plenty of roster battles, injury updates and preseason storylines as teams finally begin putting their new-look lineups on the court.
Paul George and Mike Conley pose with Joe Mazzulla and Brad Stevens during the Celtics’ introductory press conference at the Auerbach Center on September 15, 2026.
Offseason remains busy
August 2026
The NBA offseason has remained busy, even though the regular season is still several weeks away. Much of the attention has centered on teams continuing to reshape their rosters through trades, free-agent signings and contract decisions. One of the biggest ongoing stories has been the Los Angeles Lakers entering a new era, with Luka Dončić now firmly established as the centerpiece following LeBron James’ departure to Philadelphia. The Lakers have also been dealing with a major change off the court, as ownership of the franchise has undergone another dramatic transition. Around the league, teams have been evaluating their summer additions and figuring out how their new pieces will fit together before training camps open. The Golden State Warriors also received attention after bringing back De’Anthony Melton on a two-year contract, giving the team another experienced two-way player heading into the new season.
Another major development during the first half of August was the release of the 2026–27 NBA schedule. The new season is scheduled to begin October 20, with the defending champion New York Knicks opening at home against the revamped Philadelphia 76ers. That matchup will feature several major storylines, including LeBron James beginning his Philadelphia chapter and the Knicks raising their championship banner after winning their first NBA title in 53 years. The schedule also includes a Finals rematch between New York and San Antonio on Christmas Day, while other highly anticipated games will feature players returning to their former teams. Giannis Antetokounmpo’s move to Miami has created another major storyline, with the Heat scheduled to face Milwaukee early in the season. Jaylen Brown will also return to Boston as a member of Philadelphia, adding another layer to what should be one of the league’s most interesting regular seasons.
As the middle of August arrives, the NBA has entered one of the quieter portions of the offseason, but there is still plenty of uncertainty surrounding several teams and players. The Clippers remain at the center of speculation involving Kawhi Leonard, while teams such as Detroit, Cleveland, Atlanta and Milwaukee are still monitoring available players and potential roster moves. The Denver Nuggets are also facing important financial decisions as they try to remain competitive around their championship-caliber core. Meanwhile, players are beginning to shift their focus from offseason workouts toward preparation for training camp and the upcoming season. With the 2026–27 campaign less than two months away, the next several weeks could determine the final shape of many rosters. The combination of major player movement, new team identities and an unusually dramatic offseason has created plenty of anticipation for October, when the NBA officially returns to the court.
2026 NBA summer league first team selections based on performance
WNBA CBA Deadline Passes Without Agreement — What It Means Today
January 9, 2026
Today marks a significant moment in women’s professional basketball: the WNBA and the WNBPA did not reach a new Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) by the January 9 deadline. According to reporting this morning, the league and players’ union will continue negotiations in good faith under the existing CBA terms, but no new extension was agreed upon.
WNBA Vice President and star Breanna Stewart confirmed that while both sides are continuing talks, there will be no strike or lockout at the moment — yet the league enters a period of uncertainty as players and owners work toward a sustainable future.
Why This Matters
The existing CBA continues for now, but with no new deal, both sides may face tension heading into 2026 preparations.
Players have launched “Player Hubs” to ensure training access amid the stalled negotiations.
A work stoppage remains a possibility down the line, even if not imminent.
This outcome comes as a surprise to many fans and analysts, who had hoped for a deal by the deadline — but the discussions now will shape the league’s financial and competitive structure for years.
On-court intensity meets real-world business realities — the WNBA continues talks past the deadline