The NBA has authorized a deal that sends Kawhi Leonard from the LA Clippers to the Toronto Raptors. The deal was announced Wednesday by the office. Leonard is heading back to Toronto. Analysts are assessing the deal. The Raptors' title odds have jumped. That establishes them as an Eastern Conference contending team. Toronto adds Leonard to its roster. The Clippers see their star leave. The trade was announced after the teams agreed on terms. The approval came from the NBA office. Both rosters will undergo changes once the deal is finalized.