Tag: Kawhi Leonard

Clippers rule Kawhi Leonard out for “next few games” with ankle sprain

Kawhi Leonard (LA Clippers)
November 2025

Leonard will miss multiple games with an ankle sprain; imaging suggests no long-term damage. He averaged 24.3 points through three appearances before the setback. Availability remains the recurring variable in the Clippers’ early-season continuity. Tyronn Lue will bridge creation by elevating usage for Paul George lineups, leaning on switch-friendly wings and small-small pick-and-rolls. Road-heavy stretch tests depth; minute caps on return likely to manage ramp-up and reduce re-injury risk.

NBA reviews Clippers’ Aspiration ties and Kawhi endorsement

LA Clippers (NBA)
October 2025

The league approved a $300 million jersey-patch sponsorship with Aspiration in 2021. A separate 2022 Kawhi Leonard endorsement with Aspiration is now under investigation for possible salary-cap circumvention. Aspiration later collapsed amid federal probes and bankruptcy.
Wachtell Lipton is leading the league inquiry. Findings could go to a neutral arbitrator who decides whether Adam Silver can levy penalties. Steve Ballmer says he was misled by Aspiration leadership and is cooperating with federal authorities.

Clippers ‘Done Building Around Kawhi’ Amid Injury Woes

Kawhi Leonard (Los Angeles Clippers)
September 2025

Reports suggest the Clippers are no longer building their team around Kawhi Leonard after years of injury frustration. Leonard is expected to play out his contract, which runs until 2027, but not as the franchise’s centerpiece. Leonard has averaged just 53 games per season due to knee issues. An NBA probe into his sponsorship adds pressure. Despite his training push for a full season, executives admit the team is shifting focus away from him as their cornerstone.

Kawhi Leonard blasted over endorsement scandal

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.

NBA Investigates Clippers Over Kawhi Salary-Cap Scandal

Kawhi Leonard (LA Clippers)
September 2025

The NBA launched an investigation into Kawhi Leonard’s $28m “no-show” endorsement deal with failed tree-planting firm Aspiration, allegedly linked to Clippers owner Steve Ballmer. Documents suggest the deal was designed to skirt salary cap rules. If proven, penalties could include heavy fines, lost draft picks, voided contracts, and suspensions. The Clippers deny wrongdoing, insisting the partnership ended before Aspiration’s collapse.

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