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NBA News / EssentiallySports / August 18
Steve Ballmer’s 'Backstage Negotiation' With NBA Questioned in Latest Kawhi Leonard Investigation Drama as Pablo Torre Calls Out
The ongoing saga surrounding the LA Clippers and their alleged salary cap circumvention involving star forward Kawhi Leonard was seemingly over. Until Pablo Torre responded.
Bradley Beal News / Los Angeles Clippers on SI / August 17
Clippers Depth Chart After Bradley Beal Signing
The Los Angeles Clippers made another step in finalizing their roster ahead of the 2026-27 season. On Thursday night, the Clippers agreed to re-sign Bradley Beal on a two-year, $13.2 million deal.
Los Angeles Clippers News / Larry Brown Sports / August 17
NBA and ESPN at odds over Kawhi Leonard report
Monday brought us a rare instance of a sports league publicly disputing one of its media partners in the form of the NBA and ESPN. ESPN reported early Monday that the NBA’s investigation into the Los Angeles Clippers found no evidence that owner Steve Ballmer funneled money to Kawhi Leonard through shady sponsorship deals.
The '50-point NBA Playoff games' quiz
In the history of the NBA, a player has scored 50 or more points in a playoff game on 51 occasions. How many can you name in six minutes?
Sean Pedulla News / Hoops Rumors / August 17
Rockets, Sean Pedulla Agree To Two-Way Deal
Free agent guard Sean Pedulla has reached an agreement with the Rockets on a two-way deal, agent George S. Langberg tells Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (Twitter link).
The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time
The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.
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.
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.
The 25 best NBA players to never play in college
Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.
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.
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 / 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.
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.
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.
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