The NBA Finals MVP chose the Clippers, as Los Angeles was able to bring along Paul George in a trade. Also left behind in the Clippers madness was the decision from shooting guard Danny Green, who agreed to a deal with the Lakers. So that’s two key players Toronto lost in the same night.
But despite Leonard and Green leaving, most Raptors fans looked at the positive side of things. Leonard and Green never asked to be in Toronto, but they adapted and brought the city its first NBA Finals win.
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It didn’t take long before several Raptors fans offered their thanks to Leonard on social media. They even started their own hashtag #ThankYouKawhi.
Kawhi in Toronto montage
Toronto mayor says goodbye to Kawhi
Raptors, Kawhi owned 2018-19
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Canada will always be grateful
Raptors still have bright future
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Saying farewell
#ThankYouKawhi
“It seemed inevitable.”
“Remember the joy Kawhi brought you this season.”
Kawhi deserves a standing ovation
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