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NBA Imposes Sanctions on Clippers for Kawhi Leonard Scandal

Updated 2026-09-02 22:55 UTC 1 source Negative

The NBA has imposed severe penalties on the Los Angeles Clippers for their alleged efforts to circumvent salary cap rules. The sanctions include a reduction in first-round draft picks and financial penalties.

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The Hill
The NBA on Wednesday announced sweeping sanctions against the Los Angeles Clippers for what the league said was an intentional effort to circumvent its salary cap by funneling money to star player Kawhi Leonard through endorsement opportunities and other income in order to sign him in 2024. The Clip
2026-09-02 22:38 UTC
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