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The Clippers Can’t Afford to Lose Kawhi Leonard — And They Just Did

The Los Angeles Clippers are walking a tightrope, and Thursday night, their safety net sat out. Kawhi Leonard — the franchise cornerstone, the two-time Finals MVP, the guy the entire Clippers offense runs through — was ruled out of Thursday’s matchup against the Minnesota Timberwolves with left ankle soreness.

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Timberwolves hold down Kawhi Leonard-less Clippers

Anthony Edwards scored 31 points and Donte DiVincenzo added 18 as the Minnesota Timberwolves shook off the short-handed Los Angeles Clippers to earn a 94-88 victory on Thursday in Inglewood, Calif.

Kawhi Leonard News / Total Pro Sports / February 26

Why Kawhi Leonard’s Contract Being Voided Amid Ongoing Scandal Could Actually Work in His Favor

Imagine averaging out $50 million a year and still fumbling for more money. That’s been pretty much the story of Kawhi Leonard. The ongoing controversy surrounding Leonard and the Los Angeles Clippers has largely centered on potential punishment.

Los Angeles Clippers News / Total Pro Sports / February 26

Former NBA Star Sounds Off on Clippers for How They Handled Chris Paul & Blake Griffin’s Exit

Chris Paul and Blake Griffin brought the Los Angeles Clippers back to relevance. Unfortunately, in what was supposed to be Paul’s farewell season, the team’s front office did him dirty.

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Kawhi Leonard News / Hoops Wire / February 25

Kawhi Leonard buzz loud, but clarity still missing as Lakers loom

The Kawhi Leonard noise is getting louder, but that doesn’t mean it’s getting clearer. Jovan Buha of The Athletic cautioned this week that much of the speculation surrounding Leonard remains just that, as the NBA continues investigating the Clippers’ alleged involvement with Aspiration and potential salary-cap circumvention.

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The 23 best NBA players with exactly one All-Star appearance

The NBA is a league built on the backs of its stars. Every now and then, guys in the NBA will raise their play to All-Star level, and sometimes, that run only lasts for one season.

NBA News / WI Sports Heroics / February 25

Bucks eye Kawhi Leonard in a bid to keep Giannis Antetokounmpo

The Milwaukee Bucks are reportedly preparing to explore a trade for Kawhi Leonard from the Los Angeles Clippers this offseason. Leonard will turn 35 in June and is set to earn $50.3 million next season, which marks the final year of his current deal.

Kawhi Leonard News / Total Pro Sports / February 25

Kawhi Leonard Lands in Serious Trouble as New Twist Emerges in Clippers Aspiration Scandal

NBA Commissioner Adam Silver has yet to impose any punishment on the Los Angeles Clippers and Kawhi Leonard about their alleged shady deal with a Los Angeles-based company, Aspiration. This controversy was first revealed before the 2025-2026 season started.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / February 24

Notable trade suitor for Kawhi Leonard has been revealed

Kawhi Leonard may be poised for a return to the Eastern Conference.

Kawhi Leonard contract voiding remains on table as NBA probe continues

Kawhi Leonard linked to 3 teams after latest Aspiration scandal update

Bennedict Mathurin reacts to Kawhi Leonard’s gesture after loss to the Magic

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Kawhi Leonard News / Hoops Wire / February 24

NBA execs wonder if Kawhi Leonard, Clippers headed for split

NBA executives are starting to ask a question that once felt unthinkable: Is the Kawhi Leonard-Clippers era nearing its end? According to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line, there’s growing belief that L.A.

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20 NBA superstars who carried awful teams the farthest

Good players tend to succeed in the NBA. Sometimes, though, they find themselves in terrible situations but still find ways to over-achieve. These are the 20 players who carried the worst NBA teams.

NBA News / EssentiallySports / February 24

Lakers, Warriors to Fight Over Kawhi Leonard Amid Looming NBA Punishment for Clippers: Report

The Los Angeles Clippers have operated under uncertainty all season. Since allegations surfaced in the offseason that the team paid superstar forward Kawhi Leonard under the table, many have speculated about what punishment the team might face.

Los Angeles Clippers News / Hoops Wire / February 24

Kawhi Leonard contract voiding remains on table as NBA probe continues

The NBA’s investigation into the Kawhi Leonard and the Clippers has reached a point where nothing appears to be off the table. According to Tom Haberstroh

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Kawhi Leonard News / EssentiallySports / February 24

Kawhi Leonard, Clippers Under Scrutiny as Aspiration Controversy Gets Major Update Including Potential NBA Ban

The Clippers have gone through an upheaval with Chris Paul, James Harden, and Ivica Zubac. Their injury list that has Bradley Beal puts them on shaky footing.

Los Angeles Clippers News / Larry Brown Sports / February 25

Kawhi Leonard linked to 3 teams after latest Aspiration scandal update

The nuclear option may be on the table for the NBA with the Kawhi Leonard-Aspiration scandal. A voiding of Leonard’s contract with the LA Clippers is “on the table” as a potential punishment as NBA continues its investigation into the team’s alleged salary-cap circumvention, Tom Haberstroh of Yahoo!

Los Angeles Clippers News / Dallas Hoops Journal / February 23

NBA Execs Wondering If Kawhi Leonard, Los Angeles Clippers Will Part Ways This Offseason

NBA executives are wondering if Kawhi Leonard and the Los Angeles Clippers will part ways this offseason, according to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line. The Clippers are no longer a championship contender after trading James Harden to the Cleveland Cavaliers and Ivica Zubac to the Indiana Pacers at this year’s trade deadline.

NBA News / Los Angeles Clippers on SI / February 23

Kawhi Leonard Addresses Lingering Ankle Injury After Loss to Magic

Watching Kawhi Leonard put on a vintage display against the Orlando Magic, you wouldn't be able to tell that he is dealing with an ankle sprain. The LA

Los Angeles Clippers News / Larry Brown Sports / February 21

Ty Lue fires back after Kawhi Leonard says Clippers' season is 'over'

Los Angeles Clippers coach Tyronn Lue is trying to ensure that his players remain focused and motivated despite their trade deadline sell-off.

Lue: Like my chances if we get to playoffs

Is NBA expected to significantly punish Clippers over Leonard scandal?

Darius Garland thinks he knows why Cavaliers traded him

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Charles Barkley blasted the Lakers with Austin Reaves listening

Los Angeles Clippers News / Hoops Wire / February 21

Kawhi Leonard on Clippers’ contention hopes: ‘I think it’s over now’

The Clippers didn’t just reshape their roster at the trade deadline. They reshaped expectations. And if you’re listening closely, Kawhi Leonard all but said it out loud.

Los Angeles Clippers News / Los Angeles Clippers on SI / February 21

Clippers Now Have a New Kawhi Leonard Injury Concern

The Los Angeles Clippers fell to the Lakers after a hard-fought battle on Friday night. Missing the opportunity to get one over their rivals while improving to .500 for the first time in three months certainly hurts, but it's the least of the Clippers' concerns right now.