NBA news: Kawhi Leonard to Lakers revelation made by Paul George after secret talks

Leonard’s future under enemy control the offseason after his association with the San Antonio Spurs worsen.

There were strong information of Leonard wanting to head home to California and play for either the LA shears or Los Angeles Lakers.

But they be put off by San Antonio’s trade demands, with the spur keen to trade him to the Eastern meeting.

Toronto then emerge as surprise contenders and Masai Ujiri bit the shot by trading away franchise star DeMar DeRozan in a multi-player deal for Leonard.

The Raptors now have 12 months to try and convince the 27-year-old to re-sign by way of them in free bureau after that year.

George undergo a similar situation in 2017 when it became clear he wanted a move to the Lakers, only for the Oklahoma City Thunder and Russell Westbrook to convince him to stay at the Chesapeake Energy Arena.

And the five-time NBA All-Star has exposed he spoke with Leonard ahead of his possess free agency decision this summer, admit the duo were both dreaming of linking up in Los Angeles.
"Actually me and Kawhi are pretty close,” George said.