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Clippers owner Steve Ballmer sued by Aspiration investors

Eleven former Aspiration investors have sued Clippers owner Steve Ballmer, alleging that he used the company to circumvent the NBA salary cap to pay star forward Kawhi Leonard, reports investigative journalist and podcaster Pablo Torre.

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Lawsuit alleges Clippers’ Steve Ballmer secretly funneled millions to Kawhi Leonard

Clippers billionaire owner Steve Ballmer has been sued by 11 Aspiration investors who claim Ballmer used the company to secretly steer millions of dollars to Kawhi Leonard, according to a new report from Pablo Torre.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / November 4

4 Things We Learned After Clippers Fall In Clutch Against Heat

The Los Angeles Clippers fell just short in a heart-stopping 120-119 loss to the Miami Heat on Monday night, despite standout performances from Kawhi Leonard and James Harden.

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Steve Ballmer News / Fadeaway World / November 3

Steve Ballmer Faces Legal Action: Aspiration Investors Sue Clippers Owner For Alleged Role In Fraud

Things may have just gotten much worse for Steve Ballmer, as the Clippers owner has been reportedly sued by 11 Aspiration investors (the company is now called Catona).

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The 25 most notable one-time NBA All-Stars

The all-time list of NBA All-Stars is obviously long, and notably distinguished. However, there are some players — for various reasons — who the casual, or even most-dedicated, NBA fans can't recall having earned All-Star nods.

Kawhi Leonard News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 3

Clippers’ Kawhi Leonard plans to play back-to-backs, but it may not be up to him

INGLEWOOD, CA — With their first back-to-back set of the season in front of them, the LA Clippers have some tough decisions with players who are limited.

NBA News / Field Level Media / November 3

Clippers' pristine home record on the line against Heat

The Los Angeles Clippers are looking to stay perfect at home in the early part of the season when they receive a visit from the Miami Heat on Monday. The Clippers improved to 3-0 in their own building with a 126-124 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans on Friday.

Kawhi Leonard News / Bleacher Report / November 1

Watch: Kawhi on his game-winning shot (via joeylinn_/X)

Kawhi Leonard News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 1

Kawhi Leonard’s unexpected reaction to buzzer beater vs. Pelicans

The Los Angeles Clippers watched as their 17-point lead late in the third quarter was quickly trimmed down to zero late in the fourth quarter against the New Orleans Pelicans.

Kawhi Leonard News / Field Level Media / November 1

Clippers top Pelicans on Kawhi Leonard's last-second winner

Kawhi Leonard capped a 34-point performance with a tiebreaking 22-footer with four-tenths of a second left, James Harden recorded his third double-double of the season, and the Los Angeles Clippers opened their NBA Cup schedule with a 126-124 home win over the New Orleans Pelicans on Friday night.

Los Angeles Clippers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 31

Clippers make key contract decision with 2023 1st round pick

The Los Angeles Clippers have a team full of talent after what they were able to do in the offseason. That means at some point, there will be players on the outside looking in, and that may be what the future holds for Kobe Brown after their Clippers declined his fourth-year option, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype.

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Chris Paul News / The Lead / October 31

Is This Actually Chris Paul’s Final Season?

At the start of the summer, rumors circulated that Chris Paul would sign with the Los Angeles Clippers and possibly retire after this final season. The veteran point guard, with 21 years of experience, confirmed in an interview with Jemele Hill that he was considering only playing one more year.

Bradley Beal News / Last Word On Sports / October 31

Bradley Beal’s Return Should Fix Clippers Offensive Woes

This Friday, Bradley Beal has a chance to turn things around for the LA Clippers and surpass expectations as their third star. The Clippers are 2-2 to start the season.

Los Angeles Clippers News / EssentiallySports / October 31

Ex-NBA Star Reveals James Harden, Chris Paul’s Involvement in $140K Betting

The ongoing gambling investigation has cracked open a side of the NBA, few ever imagined existed. It began with a string of over 30 arrests, the regular season had just started and suddenly, shocking names of Chauncey Billups and Terry Rozier were in discussions.

Los Angeles Clippers News / Last Word On Sports / October 30

Latest Off-Court Story Proves the Clippers Can’t Escape Drama

NBA fans often say, “Clippers gonna clip.” And it seems that is exactly what’s happening with the Los Angeles Clippers this season. Before Steve Ballmer bought the franchise, the Clippers were widely regarded as one of the most cursed teams in the league.

Kobe Brown News / Los Angeles Clippers on SI / October 30

Clippers Make $4.8 Million Decision On Kobe Brown

The Los Angeles Clippers are 2-2 on the season, with their next game being a home contest against the New Orleans Pelicans on Friday. The team still isn't at full strength yet, as Bradley Beal has struggled to stay on the court, and tough losses to the Golden State Warriors and Phoenix Suns make this upcoming three-game home stand very appealing.

Tyronn Lue News / Total Apex Sports / October 30

Tyronn Lue’s Name Surfaces in FBI Investigation of Rigged Poker Ring in 2019

The NBA’s gambling scandal keeps getting messier with this new Tyronn Lue news. Just when you thought the fallout from the Chauncey Billups arrest couldn’t get any deeper, investigative journalist Pablo Torre dropped another bombshell on his “Pablo Torre Finds Out” podcast.

Los Angeles Clippers News / Last Word On Sports / October 29

'Unction' Clippers Are Being Exposed on Their Main Weakness

The Los Angeles Clippers have embraced the “unction” tag, but it may ultimately cost them as teams begin to expose their main weakness. True to their nickname, the Clippers have looked slow and sluggish, resulting in a 2-2 start to the season.

Tyronn Lue News / Los Angeles Clippers on SI / October 29

Ty Lue Explains Reason for Controversial Lineup in Warriors-Clippers Game

It's only been four games, but the LA Clippers have been an incredibly difficult team to predict this season. In their two home games, the team has looked rather impressive against the Phoenix Suns and Portland Trail Blazers.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / October 28

Clippers fans had ironic chant against Chauncey Billups-less Blazers

Los Angeles Clippers fans sound more than glad that the news cycle has moved on to the ongoing issue of Portland Trail Blazers head coach Chauncey Billups.

Chris Paul News / The SportsRush / October 26

Chris Paul Opens Up on Finding Joy in Family Life After Returning Home

There were rumors of Chris Paul considering retirement over the summer, but he ended those talks when he returned to the Los Angeles Clippers, aiming to go out on a high.

Tyronn Lue News / thePeachBasket / October 25

Clippers Find Redemption at Home, but Ty Lue Still Faces the Real Test

In this article, Clippers Find Redemption at Home, but Ty Lue Still Faces the Real Test, MyntJ srecaps the start of the season for the Clippers. Felicia Enriquez, aka Mynt J, is the host of the podcast BlackLove and Basketball – Compton Edition.

James Harden News / The SportsRush / October 25

James Harden Promises Not to Force Career Goals on Son Jace

It is extremely difficult to fill the shoes of a parent who is a legend in their field of work. Luckily, for Jace, his father James Harden has no intention of burdening him with that daunting legacy.

NBA News / Yardbarker / October 15

Five NBA players who could make the leap to All-Star level in 2025-26

Last season's NBA All-Star Game was won by a veteran-heavy team featuring Steph Curry, Kevin Durant and other long-time veterans, but there's a passel of promising young players — and a few less-young players — ready to join them.

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