The Toronto Raptors keep Kawhi Leonard out of their game against the Minnesota Timberwolves after swelling in his left knee. The reports state he misses the matchup due to the knee issue, with the team opting not to have him play.
Outlets also highlight the timing and game-day details around the decision. One report notes Leonard does not appear on the injury report until shortly before tipoff, while another emphasizes he is declared a late scratch. Coverage otherwise stays focused on the injury reason and its immediate impact on the Raptors’ lineup for the contest.
A further distinction in the reporting is an additional medical context: one outlet says the swelling is not in the same knee that is described as the one requiring reconstructive surgery. Across sources, there is agreement on the central point—Leonard is sidelined because of left knee swelling for this specific game—while peripheral details about when the decision is announced and extra injury context vary.
