Kawhi releases hype video on eve of season opener

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Holmyard, B. (2026, October 21). Kawhi releases hype video on eve of season opener. Toronto Star. https://www.thestar.com/rolling-file/kawhi-releases-hype-video-on-eve-of-season-opener/article_02a4d7fd-42d7-4c84-afcf-c3baef99dc5a.html

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Toronto Star · collected 2026-10-21 · by Braydon Holmyard

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Kawhi Leonard released a heartfelt video addressing Toronto Raptors fans on the eve of his official return to the team before the upcoming season opener. In the seven-minute clip, Leonard, a seven-time All-NBA selection and former champion with the Raptors in 2019, expressed his excitement about returning to Toronto this summer after being traded back to the team. He described his comeback as an "unforgettable" journey for both himself and the fans.

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On October 21, 2026, Kawhi Leonard released an emotional video addressing Raptors fans, one day before the team's home opener against the Chicago Bulls at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto. The seven-time All-NBA star, who previously led the Raptors to a championship title in 2019 and returned to the team this summer via a trade, expressed his excitement for an "unforgettable" return. Leonard recently signed a two-year contract extension with Toronto, which includes a player option for the 2028-29 season. The Raptors' season is anticipated to generate significant buzz as they aim to contend for the Eastern Conference title.

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“Both articles describe Kawhi Leonard releasing a hype video for his return and upcoming season opener with the Toronto Raptors on the same date.”

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“The articles describe different aspects of Kawhi Leonard's relationship with and return to the Toronto Raptors, not a single specific incident.”

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