Raptors' Kawhi Leonard Out at Least a Week With Knee Swelling

The Toronto Raptors will be without Kawhi Leonard for at least a week after the forward was sidelined with swelling in his left knee. The team announced Tuesday that Leonard is set to undergo treatment and a rehabilitation program to address the issue, with a re-evaluation scheduled in seven days. It is the latest injury setback in a season already crowded with them across the league, with several stars sidelined in the opening weeks of the campaign. Toronto, who sit at 2-1, will have to manage without one of their most experienced players as they navigate a busy stretch of fixtures, including Wednesday's home meeting with the Orlando Magic. Leonard's absence puts extra responsibility on the Raptors' supporting cast, and the team will be hoping the swelling settles quickly so the layoff stays at a week rather than stretching longer. His return date will depend on how the knee responds to treatment over the coming days, with the re-evaluation giving the first real indication of a timeline.