Tag: Kawhi Leonard

NBA Finds No Evidence Steve Ballmer Funneled Sponsor Money to Kawhi Leonard

Brandon King

The NBA has reportedly found no evidence that Los Angeles Clippers owner Steve Ballmer funneled money through team sponsors to pay Kawhi Leonard and circumvent the league’s salary cap. According to ESPN’s Don Van Natta Jr., Baxter Holmes and Ramona Shelburne, the NBA’s investigation found no evidence that Ballmer used Clippers sponsors as a way to provide Leonard with additional compensation outside of his NBA contract. The investigation stemmed in part from Leonard’s business relationship with Aspiration, a now-defunct sustainable financial services company that previously partnered with the Clippers. The…

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BREAKING: Report Alleges Kawhi Leonard Had Multimillion-Dollar Sponsorship Deal With Clippers Scoreboard Manufacturer

Brandon King

A new report has added another twist to the ongoing scrutiny surrounding Kawhi Leonard’s relationship with the Los Angeles Clippers. According to Pablo Torre, Leonard allegedly had a secret multimillion-dollar sponsorship agreement with the company that manufactured the scoreboard inside the Clippers’ arena. The reported arrangement has quickly gone viral on social media, with fans joking that even the arena’s scoreboard was part of Leonard’s endorsement portfolio. The claim arrives amid continued attention surrounding the NBA’s investigation into whether the Clippers circumvented the league’s salary cap through benefits provided to…

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Report: Raptors Unwilling to Complete Kawhi Leonard Trade Amid Ongoing NBA Investigation

Brandon King

The Toronto Raptors are reportedly refusing to complete a trade involving Kawhi Leonard because of concerns over potential NBA penalties tied to the league’s ongoing investigation into the Los Angeles Clippers. According to ESPN’s Ramona Shelburne, Toronto is unwilling to assume the risk while the NBA continues to examine allegations that the Clippers may have circumvented salary cap rules in connection with payments made to Leonard. “They are not willing to assume those risks,” Shelburne said. The NBA’s investigation remains ongoing, and the league has not announced any findings or…

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Kawhi Leonard Trade to Raptors Delayed Pending NBA Investigation into Clippers

Brandon King

The blockbuster trade sending Kawhi Leonard back to the Toronto Raptors remains on hold as the NBA continues its investigation into the Los Angeles Clippers, creating uncertainty around one of the offseason’s biggest moves. According to ESPN, the deal agreed to in principle on June 30 cannot be finalized until the league concludes its investigation. The delay stems from the NBA requiring Toronto’s ownership group to assume any potential financial penalties tied to Leonard’s contract that could result from the investigation. In a statement released to ESPN, the Clippers said…

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Mavericks, Clippers Discuss Potential Blockbuster Deal Centered on Kawhi Leonard

Brandon King

The Dallas Mavericks are exploring the possibility of bringing Kawhi Leonard back to Texas. According to multiple league sources cited by The Athletic, Mavericks president Masai Ujiri has interest in reuniting with Leonard. The two previously enjoyed tremendous success together with the Toronto Raptors, culminating in the franchise’s first NBA championship in 2019. League sources say the Mavericks and the Los Angeles Clippers have discussed a trade framework that would send Leonard to Dallas. In return, the Clippers would receive a package centered around P.J. Washington, Klay Thompson, and draft-pick…

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New Balance unveils the Kawhi 5

Brandon King

The New Balance Kawhi 5 is officially here. New Balance has unveiled the latest installment in the signature line of Kawhi Leonard, continuing to build a performance model that mirrors his methodical, two-way dominance on the court. Designed for stability, controlled movements, and explosive bursts, the Kawhi 5 reflects Leonard’s signature playing style—calculated yet powerful on both ends of the floor. Two colorways have been revealed at launch: a green-based look and a blue iteration. Both feature a mesh and synthetic construction, highlighted by a prominent “N” logo on the…

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Kawhi Leonard withdraws from Team USA, Derrick White to be replacement 

Brandon King

Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard has withdrawn from the US Olympic team,  USA Basketball announced Wednesday morning, per The Athletic’’s Shams Charania.  Leonard has been dealing with chronic soreness and inflammation for the past few months. Boston Celtics forward Derrick White has been selected to replace Leonard. White, 30, is a  versatile defender who is a more than capable three-point shooter.  White will accompany the team when they travel to Abu Dhabi, where they will practice and play this week.  The team is set to take on Canada in the USA…

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Kashi Leonard wears black and red Kawhi IV against Dallas

Brandon King

Kawhi Leonard made his 2024 playoff debut in Game 2 of the Clippers’ opening round series against the Mavericks of Dallas.  On his feet were his upcoming Kawhi IV in a black-based colorway. The synthetic upper features small, subtle New Balance branding present on the lateral side near the top most eyelets. Kawhi’s number is “2” on the tongue, while “KAWHI” can be seen on the rear heel.  A Kawhi hand logo is present on both sides of the ankle, rounding out an upper that sits atop a black FuelCell…

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Clips to sit Kawhi, PG and Marcus Morris

Brandon King

The Los Angeles Clippers are taking on the Oklahoma City Thunder but they will do so without three of their key players. The team is sitting out Paul George (non-COVID illness) , Kawhi Leonard ( right knee injury management) and Marcus Morris ( personal reasons). The Clippers have handled Kawhi , as he is retuning from an ACL injury, with the care of a Faberge egg though the first three games of the season. He came off the bench in the season opener against the Los Angeles Lakers, playing 21…

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This Kawhi II is inspired by a book series from our childhood

Brandon King

This Kawhi 2 is inspired by his favourite childhood book series – R.L. Stine’s ”Goosebumps”. It features slime-inspired orange ad green hues. Graphics on the upper are derived from moments in the books as well as no.2 jersey-donning scarecrow., along with a slimy eyelet pattern and ”Kawhi” and Leonard” on the respective tongues reminiscent of the Goosebumps title font. The ”Goosebumps” New Balance Kawhi II is scheduled to release April 20 at newbalance.com, followed by a April 22nd launch at Foot Locker and Champs. They will carry a 160 USD…

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