Kawhi Leonard (Los Angeles Clippers)
September 2025
Kawhi Leonard faces scrutiny over a $48m endorsement deal with disgraced former Clippers sponsor Aspiration, now under league and DOJ investigation. Stephen A. Smith criticised Leonard for earning money off-court while frequently absent from games due to injuries. Smith argued Leonard takes advantage of guaranteed money without consistently playing. The Clippers forward, already plagued by knee issues since 2017, missed 45 games last season. Smith highlighted the irony of Leonard cashing in through endorsements while struggling with long-term availability.