Leonard maintains no involvement in salary cap circumvention issue
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 4:53 PM
Last updated Aug 17, 2026
Kawhi Leonard asserts he had no role in salary cap circumvention, according to two sources with direct knowledge. Discussions regarding potential consequences revolve around him possibly paying restitution for benefits related to travel and lodging for his representative and uncle, Dennis Robertson. Leonard has communicated this position to the NBA Players Association, the league, and Wachtell Lipton. The situation remains under evaluation as talks continue.
- •Kawhi Leonard denies involvement in salary cap circumvention.
- •Restitution discussions focus on travel and lodging benefits.
- •Leonard has communicated his stance to the NBA Players Association.
- •The investigation is ongoing, with potential implications for Leonard.
- 4:53 PMYahoo Sports — Two sources with direct knowledge of the situation …
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