Justice Dept. Opens Inquiry Into Los Angeles Clippers’ Dealings With Kawhi Leonard
Eight reports confirm the U.S. Department of Justice has opened a federal criminal investigation into the Los Angeles Clippers' dealings involving Kawhi Leonard.
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Eight reports confirm the U.S. Department of Justice has opened a federal criminal investigation into the Los Angeles Clippers' dealings involving Kawhi Leonard.
The NBA’s unprecedented sanctions—five lost draft picks and a $30 million fine—hit the Clippers and owner Steve Ballmer in a salary‑cap scandal.
A multi-team NBA trade sends Peyton Watson to the Cleveland Cavaliers alongside a multi-million dollar contract.
The NBA finds no evidence that Steve Ballmer funneled money to Kawhi Leonard via sponsors, altering the trajectory of the ongoing investigation.
Bradley Beal locks in a two‑year, $13.2 million contract to stay with the Clippers, reshaping the team’s veteran core
New reports reveal an undisclosed sponsorship deal involving Kawhi Leonard and Daktronics, sparking major salary cap circumvention allegations.
Kawhi Leonard trade rumors swirl amid possible return to Spurs or Raptors
NBA draft pick Narcisse Ngoy plans to honor his college commitment to Auburn despite being selected by the Los Angeles Clippers.