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NBA News / Field Level Media / August 17
Report: No proof Steve Ballmer funneled money to Kawhi Leonard
Following an 11-month investigation, the NBA was not able to show any proof that Los Angeles Clippers owner Steve Ballmer funneled money to Kawhi Leonard via team sponsorships to bypass the salary cap, ESPN reported on Monday.
NBA News / Yardbarker / August 17
NBA refutes ESPN's bombshell Kawhi Leonard-Steve Ballmer report
The NBA insists it has reached no conclusions in an investigation into alleged salary-cap circumvention by the Los Angeles Clippers.
Kawhi Leonard News / Hoops Wire / August 17
Clippers respond to Kawhi Leonard report: ‘We did not funnel money’
The Clippers aren’t exactly hedging their bets. Following ESPN’s report that the NBA has found no evidence owner Steve Ballmer funneled money through team sponsors to Kawhi Leonard to circumvent the salary cap, the Clippers issued a lengthy statement Monday reiterating their innocence.
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Los Angeles Clippers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 17
NBA puts ESPN on blast for ‘significant inaccuracies’ in Kawhi Leonard investigation report
The NBA has taken exception to ESPN’s report on Monday about the ongoing Kawhi Leonard investigation and the potential for owner Steve Ballmer and the LA Clippers to be off the hook for any wrongdoing.
Los Angeles Clippers News / Hoops Wire / August 17
NBA now focused on Clippers’ introductions of Kawhi Leonard to sponsors
The NBA reportedly has found no evidence that Clippers owner Steve Ballmer funneled money to Kawhi Leonard through team sponsors. So what exactly is the league still investigating?
Los Angeles Clippers News / Hoops Rumors / August 17
NBA’s Clippers Probe Reportedly Hasn’t Found Proof Of Cap Circumvention
12:28 pm: The NBA has put out the following statement, via spokesperson Mike Bass (Twitter link): “ESPN’s article regarding the L.A. Clippers investigation – for which the NBA declined to cooperate – contains numerous and significant inaccuracies.
The 25 best NBA players to never play in college
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Steve Ballmer News / Larry Brown Sports / August 17
Steve Ballmer cleared of major allegation in Clippers investigation
Los Angeles Clippers owner Steve Ballmer has been cleared of the most significant allegation against him as part of an investigation into whether the team circumvented salary cap rules to funnel additional money to Kawhi Leonard.
Kawhi Leonard News / Hoops Wire / August 17
NBA reportedly finds no evidence Clippers funneled money to Kawhi Leonard
The NBA’s investigation into the Clippers and Kawhi Leonard has taken a significant turn. And for Clippers owner Steve Ballmer, it appears to be a favorable one.
Los Angeles Clippers News / Los Angeles Clippers on SI / August 17
Bombshell Report Suggests Clippers May Avoid the Worst in Kawhi Leonard Investigation
The Los Angeles Clippers have been awaiting the conclusion of the league's investigation into the cap circumvention allegations in their dealings with Kawhi Leonard.
Los Angeles Clippers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 17
Clippers rumors: Is Bennedict Mathurin return still on table after Bradley Beal re-signing?
With the schedule officially out, the path forward for the Los Angeles Clippers is looking relatively positive. Though they are building for a young core, are the Clippers still considering Bennedict Mathurin’s return after re-signing Bradley Beal?
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 16
Why NBA must drop hammer on Steve Ballmer’s Clippers over Kawhi Leonard scandal to prevent future shenanigans
The NBA is in quite the predicament with the Los Angeles Clippers. Kawhi Leonard was initially under investigation by the league for his Aspiration sponsorship, which appeared to be a means of circumventing the salary cap.
Bradley Beal News / Los Angeles Clippers on SI / August 16
One Detail About Bradley Beal's New Clippers Contract Raises Eyebrows
The Los Angeles Clippers made the surprise decision to re-sign Bradley Beal. Despite the fact that the team is headed for a rebuild and has made a serious effort to get younger, the Clippers still wanted to bring the 33-year-old shooting guard back.
NBA News / Yardbarker / August 16
Raptors may have an alternative trade target amid Kawhi Leonard scandal
The Los Angeles Clippers and Toronto Raptors agreed to a blockbuster trade to send Leonard back to Canada. The only problem is that Leonard and the Clippers are entangled in an investigation into an alleged salary cap circumvention scheme, and both parties could face steep penalties if found guilty.
Los Angeles Clippers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 16
Clippers 2026-27 NBA season predictions after schedule release
The Los Angeles Clippers are entering the 2026-27 season with uncertainty that feels more intriguing than ominous. The Kawhi Leonard era is effectively over pending the league’s review of the Toronto trade.
Bradley Beal News / Stadium Rant / August 15
The Bradley Beal Clippers Contract Is A Bet On His Next NBA Payday
A Bradley Beal Clippers contract re-signing may have turned some heads, but it could be a great way to make some extra money. He was getting interest from some contending teams, such as the Miami Heat and the Boston Celtics, but ultimately decided to re-sign with the Los Angeles Clippers on a two-year, $13.2 million deal.
Los Angeles Clippers News / EssentiallySports / August 14
Latest Leaked Emails Expose Clippers Involvement in Kawhi Leonard’s Shady Deal: Report
Kawhi Leonard’s name has been tied to another company as the NBA digs deeper into the financial arrangements surrounding the Clippers star. This time, the company is Daktronics, the South Dakota-based manufacturer behind the Intuit Dome’s massive Halo Board.
NBA News / Yardbarker / August 14
Bradley Beal's return to Clippers is another failed veteran opt-out
A number of former All-Stars opted out of their contracts for 2026-27 to give their teams more flexibility to make moves. Across the board, that extra flexibility has led nowhere.
Bradley Beal News / Hoops Rumors / August 14
More On Bradley Beal’s New Clippers Deal
The two-year, $13.2MM contract that Bradley Beal signed with the Clippers on Thursday is technically partially guaranteed for both seasons, as Jake Fischer of The Stein Line and Bleacher Report confirms (Twitter link).
NBA News / Yardbarker / August 11
Ben Simmons has one strong tie to Lakers
The Lakers want another two-way forward, and Simmons has the size to help them in that regard.
Ben Simmons News / Field Level Media / August 10
Report: Ben Simmons healthy, eyeing NBA comeback
Former No. 1 overall draft pick Ben Simmons is practicing with "zero restrictions" and eyeing an NBA comeback, ESPN Andscape reported late Sunday. Simmons, who turned 30 last month, reportedly is participating in a player-led private minicamp with the Australian men's basketball team in Melbourne.
Ben Simmons News / Larry Brown Sports / August 9
Ben Simmons teases an NBA comeback
Ben Simmons is teasing an NBA comeback after taking last season off. Simmons posted on Instagram Saturday and strongly hinted at interest in playing again.
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