Kawhi cleared to play as Haliburton, Hezonja injury notes pile up

Raptors coach Darko Rajakovic said Kawhi Leonard practiced fully and will play Tuesday, his first appearance since the 2019 Finals. Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton sat out Saturday with a tweaked ankle but was a full participant in Monday's practice, with his status for Tuesday unclear.

Cavaliers forward Mario Hezonja is still adjusting after six years in Europe but impressed in a preseason win over Orlando, and teammate Peyton Watson is being used as a lead perimeter defender early in camp.

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