The NBA’s investigation involving Kawhi Leonard may be taking longer than expected because league officials are reportedly working to find a disciplinary outcome that Steve Ballmer will accept.
According to reporter Vivek Jacob, there is a growing belief that the delay is tied to the NBA’s desire to preserve commissioner Adam Silver’s relationship with Ballmer, one of the league’s most influential owners.
If accurate, the report suggests the league is carefully weighing both its investigative findings and the broader implications of any potential punishment.
At this time, neither the NBA nor the Los Angeles Clippers has publicly commented on the report, and no disciplinary action has been announced. The nature of the investigation also remains unclear based on the information currently available.
Until additional details emerge or the league issues an official statement, the report should be treated as unconfirmed.
