NBA's investigation into Kawhi Leonard expands with new endorsement details
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 4:06 PM
Last updated Aug 9, 2026
The NBA's investigation into Kawhi Leonard focuses on his alleged $28 million endorsement deal with Aspiration, now encompassing a newly revealed multimillion-dollar arrangement with Daktronics. The league's probe, led by an outside law firm since September 2025, has reportedly faced delays as new findings emerge. Analysts speculate that the investigation could uncover broader implications for other teams, noting the Clippers' circumstances may not be unique. The NBA has not confirmed details about Daktronics, while Leonard's involvement raises questions about potential salary cap circumvention. The investigation is reported to be nearing completion.
- •NBA's investigation into Kawhi Leonard began in September 2025.
- •New findings suggest a multimillion-dollar deal with Daktronics.
- •Investigation delays attributed to ongoing discoveries.
- •Clippers deny any wrongdoing related to salaries and endorsements.
- •NBA Commissioner Adam Silver indicates that the probe is nearing completion.
- 4:06 PMYahoo Sports — “Can’t Be the Only Player and Organization”: NBA’s Delay in Kawhi Leonard Investigation Could Be Bigger Than Expected, Per Analyst
"Nearly a year after Pablo Torre’s reporting triggered an NBA investigation into Kawhi Leonard’s alleged $28 million Aspiration endorsement deal, the story has picked up another layer. A second, previously undisclosed multimillion-dollar arrangement involving Leonard has now surfaced, adding another question to a probe that has already lasted far longer than expected.
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