Reporter: Xiao Ka did not sign the Lakers for 19 years because he did not want to partner with James, so the Lakers were at a disadvantage in the battle

According to reporter Bruce Arthur, the reason why Leonard did not sign with the Lakers in 2019 is because he does not want to partner with James.

reporters said the Raptors had believed that although Leonard's hometown of California was attractive to him, he still had the possibility of choosing to return to the Raptors instead of joining the Clippers. Leonard is unwilling to be in the same team as James, so the Lakers are at a disadvantage in this battle, while his favorite partner Butler joins the Heat. Overall, Leonard realized that the Raptors were the best basketball environment for him.