
NBA blasts ESPN report saying no evidence Ballmer funneled money to Kawhi Leonard in Clippers probe
The NBA issued a blunt rebuke of ESPN's report that Steve Ballmer has been cleared in the Kawhi Leonard salary cap circumvention investigation.
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The NBA issued a blunt rebuke of ESPN's report that Steve Ballmer has been cleared in the Kawhi Leonard salary cap circumvention investigation.

Clippers release statement on Kawhi Leonard: The fact that a player has endorsement with company that does business with his team is not evidence of salary-cap circumvention
As the Kawhi Leonard-Aspiration investigation continues, Toronto remains handcuffed.
The Toronto Raptors have announced a multiyear contract extension for head coach Darko Rajakovic, who is set to lead a team that will include newly acquired star Kawhi Leonard.

LeBron James has confirmed his departure from the Los Angeles Lakers, with reports indicating he plans to play his 24th NBA season with another team. This move has sparked speculation about potential new pairings and the Lakers' free-agent targets.
Ja’Kobe Walter would reportedly not be included in any potential deal the Toronto Raptors might make for Kawhi Leonard.
Kawhi Leonard would be willing to sign extensions with Raptors, Spurs

Los Angeles schools superintendent Alberto Carvalho resigned from his position months after an FBI probe. This development comes as a fire in Boyle Heights continues to burn, raising health concerns across Southern California.
Reporter Pablo Torre has won a Pulitzer Prize for his report exposing the Los Angeles Clippers' alleged use of a fraudulent endorsement deal to bypass NBA salary cap rules for player Kawhi Leonard.
Billionaire Steve Ballmer stated he felt "duped" by Aspiration, a financial technology company that reportedly paid NBA star Kawhi Leonard $28 million. Ballmer expressed regret over his involvement with the company.

Will Kawhi Leonard catch a break in the NBA's Clippers investigation after the latest report from ESPN?
A weekend news roundup highlights extreme humidity on the US East Coast, a massive cold front descending upon Australia, and ongoing questions regarding the legitimacy of Kawhi Leonard's financial dealings.

The Toronto Raptors say they have put their proposed trade for Kawhi Leonard on hold after the NBA said the team would assume the risk of any outcome from the league's ongoing investigation into the…

NBA legends LeBron James, Kawhi Leonard, and Giannis Antetokounmpo, who collectively won seven NBA titles and multiple Finals MVP awards since 2012, are gathering in San Francisco for a 'last dance' event for veterans and recovering players.
The Los Angeles Clippers are reportedly finalizing a trade to send Kawhi Leonard to the Toronto Raptors, potentially in exchange for Brandon Ingram and draft picks. This development comes as an NBA aspiration ruling regarding the Clippers looms, potentially impacting the trade.
Rumors are circulating regarding NBA and NHL offseason trades and free agents for 2026, including Mitchell Robinson potentially leaving New York and Kawhi Leonard being open to a move to Toronto. The best available bargain free agents in the NHL are also being discussed.
An NBA expert suggests keeping a close watch on Kawhi Leonard and the Detroit Pistons, as Leonard is on a one-year, $50.3 million contract and is eligible for an extension.
Aspiration co-founder Joseph Sanberg received a 14-year prison sentence for a $248 million scam, bringing the Aspiration scandal back into focus and causing concern for Kawhi Leonard and the LA Clippers.

The prestigious Pulitzer Prizes were awarded, recognizing various works including investigative reporting on the Trump administration, public service journalism by The Washington Post, and photography from Gaza. The awards committee also reportedly criticized former President Trump.
The Los Angeles Clippers defeated the Milwaukee Bucks 129-96, showcasing hot shooting with Kawhi Leonard leading the team with 28 points.

Check out how social media reacted to the NBA clearing Steve Ballmer in the Kawhi Leonard-Aspiration investigation.

Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Pablo Torre has reportedly unsettled the NBA after uncovering a sports scandal involving superstar Kawhi Leonard, Los Angeles Clippers owner Steve Ballmer, and a fraudulent environmental sustainability scheme.
The Kawhi Leonard trade delay isn't just terrible news for the Clippers and Raptors.

NBA star Kawhi Leonard, who led the Toronto Raptors to a championship in 2019, is reportedly set to return to the team from the Los Angeles Clippers.
A discussion examines whether Kawhi Leonard made the right decision by leaving the Toronto Raptors in his professional basketball career.
Speculation is circulating about the possibility of Kawhi Leonard returning to the Toronto Raptors, a move that some consider ludicrous but potentially impactful for the team.
The Los Angeles Clippers are reportedly considering trading Kawhi Leonard if negotiations for a contract extension are unsuccessful. Leonard has also commented on his stoic demeanor, attributing it to his time with the Spurs.
The possibility of Masai Ujiri and Kawhi Leonard reuniting to potentially reshape the Dallas Mavericks is reportedly gaining traction. This speculation suggests a significant shift for the team.
Los Angeles Clippers owner Steve Ballmer testified in court that he was "duped" by the founder of Aspiration, a company involved in an allegedly fraudulent endorsement deal with superstar Kawhi Leonard, which was reportedly used to circumvent NBA salary cap rules.
Darius Garland scored 41 points and Kawhi Leonard added 34, leading the Clippers to a win that extended the Mavericks' home losing streak to 11 games.