The Golden State Warriors were close to signing Kawhi Leonard and will try again this summer

Diego Jiménez Rubio | Fri, 03/06/2026 - 15:23

Kawhi Leonard, interest from the Warriors. Photo: gettyimages

He is leaving his mark this season and demonstrating that he remains a great star who can establish himself as an absolute dominator in the NBA. That's what can be inferred from the performances of Kawhi Leonard for almost two months now, carrying the Clippers on his back and astonishing everyone. Golden State Warriors have recognized the need for his signing.

Permanent displays of class and competitive character are what Kawhi Leonard is offering with a Clippers team that may not aim for big things for the remainder of the season, but that provide a stage for the veteran forward to shine personally, which could bring great news in the short term. There will be numerous franchises interested in acquiring his services this summer, with Golden State Warriors holding a privileged position in this race.

The Bay Area team is aware that they need a stellar signing to give Curry the chance to compete for another ring for one or two years. Kawhi Leonard could become the ideal complement for the legendary point guard, as long as they can part ways with Butler when he recovers from the injury. Golden State Warriors already tried to sign him before the trade deadline and will have more chances to do so this summer.

The Warriors attempted to trade for Kawhi Leonard before the deadline last month, per @anthonyVslater (https://t.co/25GDPeYkI4).

With Leonard’s future in Los Angeles uncertain after this season, Golden State looms as a potential destination this summer. pic.twitter.com/Cv6aKeMS2y
— Evan Sidery (@esidery) March 6, 2026