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Silver Expects Clippers Probe to End This Summer, Eyes Expansion and Streaming Plans
sports1 month ago

Silver Expects Clippers Probe to End This Summer, Eyes Expansion and Streaming Plans

NBA commissioner Adam Silver said the investigation into Kawhi Leonard and the Clippers should wrap up this summer, with Wachtell Lipton nearing conclusions; the Raptors–Clippers trade remains on hold while the probe finishes, and the league says it did not pause the deal—the teams chose not to move forward amid uncertainty. The NBPA’s push on the second tax apron remains a talking point, though Silver says the system is working to foster competitive balance. Board discussions highlighted possible expansion to Seattle and Las Vegas, with a decision expected by year-end and a potential 2028 start for new teams. The NBA also plans a local-streaming hub for 2027/28 and continues Europe expansion efforts, while Portland’s Moda Center funding talks face a city vote amid Blazers negotiations.

via Hoops Rumors|
#clippers#expansion#kawhi-leonard
NBA Probe Expands into Kawhi Leonard's Aspiration Deal and Possible Cap Circumvention
sports1 month ago

NBA Probe Expands into Kawhi Leonard's Aspiration Deal and Possible Cap Circumvention

An 11‑month NBA probe into Kawhi Leonard’s sponsorship with Aspiration has broadened to examine potential cap circumvention by the Clippers, whether Leonard had another unreported endorsement, and whether related expenses were improperly handled, with no resolution in sight as Wachtell Lipton continues the investigation and league officials weigh possible penalties.

via The New York Times|
#aspiration#cap-circumvention#clippers
Kawhi Leonard Trade Paused as NBA Probes Aspiration Sponsorship
sports1 month ago

Kawhi Leonard Trade Paused as NBA Probes Aspiration Sponsorship

The planned Raptors–Clippers deal to reunite Kawhi Leonard is on hold while the NBA investigates Leonard’s sponsorship with Aspiration and possible salary-cap circumvention; depending on the outcome, Leonard’s contract could be voided and the trade delayed or altered, with Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick, two unprotected first-round picks (2031 and 2033), a 2027 pick swap, and two second-rounders (2030, 2033) at stake if it proceeds. If no discipline is found, the trade would likely move forward, and officials aim to resolve the matter before the NBA Board of Governors meeting in Las Vegas.

via CBS Sports|
#aspiration#clippers#kawhi-leonard
Clippers-Raptors Kawhi Trade Hits Snags Over Picks and Players
sports1 month ago

Clippers-Raptors Kawhi Trade Hits Snags Over Picks and Players

Trade talks between the Clippers and Raptors over Kawhi Leonard have a framework: LA would receive Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick, and a first-round pick, but the Clippers are pushing for more value, including Jamal Shead to take on Dick’s contract. The teams disagree on which picks to include, with Toronto preferring 2027 or 2028 first-rounders and LA seeking two firsts, including a far-future pick if Shead isn’t involved. Toronto hasn’t moved Collin Murray-Boyles or Ja’Kobe Walter, and the Clippers aren’t being rushed—LA has offered a Leonard extension (not the max), a figure Toronto is more willing to meet, keeping the deal unsettled for now.

via HoopsRumors.com|
#clippers#draft-picks#kawhi-leonard
Kawhi Leonard Trade Talks Between Raptors and Clippers Gaining Steam
sports1 month ago

Kawhi Leonard Trade Talks Between Raptors and Clippers Gaining Steam

Raptors-Clippers trade discussions for Kawhi Leonard are gaining serious momentum with a potential reunion in Toronto, while the Clippers aren’t pursuing Jaylen Brown this offseason. Russell Westbrook has drawn interest from the Wizards, and the Kings aim to re-sign Precious Achiuwa and add Daeqwon Plowden. The Lakers are expected to meet with Walker Kessler and Jalen Duren amid a broader RFAs/free-agent backdrop, with other rumors tying in players like Sandro Mamukelashvili and Peyton Watson to various teams. Meanwhile, the Magic are set to re-sign Jonathan Isaac, Norman Powell remains a possible Bulls target, and Kuminga/Beal/Middleton chatter continues to percolate across several franchises.

via HoopsRumors.com|
#clippers#free-agency#kawhi-leonard
Clippers Pick Watch: Wagler vs. Brown as Draft Buzz Ripples Through the Lottery
sports2 months ago

Clippers Pick Watch: Wagler vs. Brown as Draft Buzz Ripples Through the Lottery

Clippers are expected to keep the No. 5 pick and choose between Keaton Wagler and Mikel Brown, while Brooklyn pursues Ament and could maneuver in or around the 8–12 range. The Pelicans are trying to jump into the lottery for Trey Murphy III and would target Ament or Cameron Carr if they land a top pick. Dallas has been shopping Daniel Gafford and the No. 30 pick to move into the top 20, eyeing Carr, Labaron Philon, and Hannes Steinbach, with OKC also showing interest in Ament if they move into the top 10; the Hawks are listening on Nos. 8 and 23, though No. 8 may stay put. The chatter centers on Ament, Wagler, Brown, and Murphy as the draft’s biggest talking points.

via Hoops Rumors|
#ament#brooklyn-nets#clippers
Draft Night Moves: Thunder Poised to Move Up as Clippers, Warriors Weigh Trades
sports2 months ago

Draft Night Moves: Thunder Poised to Move Up as Clippers, Warriors Weigh Trades

With the top four teams locked into picks for AJ Dybantsa, Darryn Peterson, Cam Boozer and Caleb Wilson, the focus shifts to No. 5 and beyond. The Clippers are believed to keep the No. 5 pick, potentially targeting Keaton Wagler or Mikel Brown Jr. rather than a trade, while Oklahoma City is eyeing a move up using No. 12 (via LAC) and No. 17 (via Philly) to land a Michigan pair or Mara. The Warriors may trade down from No. 11 to add a second first-rounder, with Brayden Burries or Mara/Lendeborg/Johnson among the targets. Chicago also wants to climb for Mara, and Denver, Boston, and Minnesota are exploring moves up the back end of the first round, often tied to attaching players or future picks.

via NBC Sports|
#clippers#nba#nba-draft
Clippers Under NBA Salary-Cap Probe Tied to Kawhi Leonard
sports2 months ago

Clippers Under NBA Salary-Cap Probe Tied to Kawhi Leonard

The NBA is investigating the Los Angeles Clippers over potential salary-cap circumvention to pay Kawhi Leonard, with Leonard, his uncle Dennis Robertson, and owner Steve Ballmer among those interviewed. The probe, led by Wachtell Lipton, Rosen & Katz, began in 2025 after reports about a no-show endorsement linked to the Aspiration company. While Leonard’s camp denies wrongdoing and some executives privately question the handling, Commissioner Adam Silver says the investigation will follow the facts and could be nearing a conclusion, though no timeline is given.

via Hoops Rumors|
#clippers#kawhi-leonard#nba-investigation
Pacers' high-stakes Zubac gamble falls short as Clippers land fifth pick
sports3 months ago

Pacers' high-stakes Zubac gamble falls short as Clippers land fifth pick

Indiana's front office watched the NBA Draft Lottery nervously after trading a 2026 first-round pick (protected 1-4 and 10-30) to the Clippers to land Ivica Zubac. The deal carried a 52.1% chance the Pacers would keep the pick, but the Clippers won the fifth slot, handing LA the top-5 selection while Indiana held disappointment. Pacers president Kevin Pritchard and GM Chad Buchanan publicly called the outcome disappointing but stressed the core remains strong and that Zubac could still pay off in time.

via SB Nation|
#clippers#ivica-zubac#lottery-odds
Tankers win big: Wizards take No. 1 as 2026 lottery reshapes the draft
sports3 months ago

Tankers win big: Wizards take No. 1 as 2026 lottery reshapes the draft

Washington won the No. 1 pick in a lottery that underscored the league’s tanking incentives, with Utah and Memphis also landing top-three spots as the night’s biggest beneficiaries. The Clippers secured the No. 5 pick via a deadline deal, potentially reshaping their offseason despite cap considerations, while Memphis contemplates a Morant-era pivot around a new centerpiece. Chicago jumped to No. 4 in a welcome stroke of luck, and New Orleans’ trades left them without two earlier targets, with Brooklyn and Sacramento at Nos. 6 and 7. The piece also notes looming debates over draft reform—limits on consecutive top picks and repeated top-five selections—and the ongoing question of draft pick arbitrage, as teams plot around a post-lottery landscape.

via The New York Times|
#clippers#draft#lottery