Jeanie Buss addresses Kawhi Leonard's 2019 Lakers demands amidst NBA inquiry
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 4:28 AM
Last updated Aug 9, 2026
Kawhi Leonard's 2019 free-agency discussions with the Los Angeles Lakers are back in focus as the NBA investigates Leonard and the Clippers over alleged financial misconduct. Former Lakers owner Jeanie Buss had previously rejected Leonard's team's demands for prohibited incentives during negotiations. Buss warned Leonard’s uncle and adviser, Dennis Robertson, that the requests violated league rules. The ongoing investigation is examining Leonard's past contracts, including a potential no-show deal with a now-defunct company, and another alleged arrangement with Daktronics. NBA commissioner Adam Silver is hopeful the inquiry will conclude before summer ends.
- •Buss rejected prohibited requests from Leonard's camp during 2019 talks.
- •NBA investigation revolves around Leonard's financial arrangements with the Clippers.
- •Allegations include potential violations of the salary cap and other misconduct.
- •Commissioner Adam Silver aims for the investigation's conclusion this summer.
- •Clippers' president denies any wrongdoing in response to the claims.
- 4:28 AMYahoo Sports — Jeanie Buss’ Response to Kawhi Leonard’s Reported 2019 Lakers Demands Resurfaces
"Kawhi Leonard’s reported 2019 free-agency talks with the Los Angeles Lakers have resurfaced while an NBA investigation intensifies scrutiny of Leonard, the Los Angeles Clippers and alleged financial arrangements outside his playing contract. The league has not announced any findings, but an older account involving former Lakers owner Jeanie Buss now carries new relevance.Legion Hoops […] The post Jeanie Buss’ Response to Kawhi Leonard’s Reported 2019 Lakers Demands Resurfaces appeared first on H
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