Draymond Green discusses system exploitation amid Kawhi Leonard controversy
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 8:04 PM
Last updated Aug 13, 2026

Draymond Green addressed NBA players about potential exploitation of the league's financial system if Kawhi Leonard receives a light punishment regarding an alleged deal with Daktronics. Speaking on his podcast, Green suggested that if punishments are minor, players should seek ways to maximize their earnings within the confines of a restrictive salary cap, set at $164.961 million for the upcoming season. Leonard's arrangement with Daktronics, which reportedly could be worth millions, is disputed by a company spokesperson. Green's comments highlight ongoing concerns about player compensation in the rapidly growing NBA market, especially with ownership values on the rise. The situation continues to unfold as the league investigates Leonard's dealings.
- •Draymond Green encourages players to exploit the system if Leonard is not penalized.
- •Leonard is linked to an alleged undisclosed arrangement with Daktronics.
- •Green questions the impact of the NBA's salary cap on player earnings.
- •The 2026-27 salary cap is set at $164.961 million.
- •Daktronics denies any current deal with Leonard.
- 8:04 PMYahoo Sports — Draymond Green urges NBA players to exploit system if Kawhi Leonard avoids severe punishment
"Draymond Green has delivered a blunt message to NBA players amid the controversy surrounding Kawhi Leonard, saying they should look to exploit the league’s system if the Clippers star avoids a serious punishment. Green believes players would be justified in finding ways to maximise their earnings in a league where the salary cap limits how much they can make through their contracts.
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