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NBA investigates Kawhi Leonard amid alleged sponsorship violations

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 3:11 AM

Last updated Aug 20, 2026

NBA investigates Kawhi Leonard amid alleged sponsorship violations

Summary

NBA Commissioner Adam Silver is conducting an investigation into allegations that Kawhi Leonard and the Los Angeles Clippers engaged in a possibly illegal sponsorship deal. Insider Bill Simmons claims the league is trying to conceal details surrounding Leonard's case, which includes accusations of a fake sponsorship aimed at providing Leonard with off-the-books payments. The investigation has reportedly found no evidence linking the Clippers or owner Steve Ballmer to these allegations. If proven true, the implications could lead to suspensions and raise questions about financial practices within the league.

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By the Numbers

•NBA investigates alleged fake sponsorship involving Kawhi Leonard
•Bill Simmons questions lack of transparency in the league's actions
•No proof found linking Clippers to the alleged violations
•Potential suspensions could affect Leonard's trade value
•Investigation's outcome could reveal broader financial issues in the NBA

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3:11 AMYahoo Sports — Insider Reveals Why He Feels NBA Is Lying For Kawhi Leonard

What they're saying

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Top NBA insider Bill Simmons has a lot of sources and leads on stories, but he feels that the league is trying to hide details from the Kawhi Leonard drama. NBA Commissioner Adam Silver is leading an investigation over an alleged sponsorship deal of Leonard potentially breaking rules. Leonard and the Los Angeles Clippers are […] The post Insider Reveals Why He Feels NBA Is Lying For Kawhi Leonard appeared first on HEAVY.
— Yahoo Sports

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