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Pablo Torre faces backlash after ESPN report on Clippers investigation

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 7:05 PM

Last updated Aug 17, 2026

Pablo Torre faces backlash after ESPN report on Clippers investigation

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Pablo Torre, an investigative sports journalist, is receiving criticism following an ESPN report regarding the Los Angeles Clippers' acquisition of Kawhi Leonard. The report stated that the NBA's investigation found no evidence of salary cap violations. However, former NBA player Ty Lawson publicly condemned Torre, questioning whether he would face repercussions for his reporting. The NBA released a statement indicating that the ESPN article contained inaccuracies and that more information will come after the investigation concludes. Torre has indicated that he intends to continue reporting on the issue.

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•Investigation into Clippers’ handling of Kawhi Leonard is ongoing.
•ESPN claims no evidence of salary cap circumvention was found.
•Ty Lawson criticized Torre for potentially damaging reputations.
•NBA stated ESPN’s report has significant inaccuracies.
•Torre promises more coverage on the story is forthcoming.

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7:05 PMYahoo Sports — Pablo Torre under fire for ‘trying to ruin people’s reputation’ after bombshell ESPN report

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Investigative sports journalist Pablo Torre has received widespread acclaim for digging into alleged salary cap circumvention by the Los Angeles Clippers in the franchise’s acquisition of superstar forward Kawhi Leonard. On Monday, ESPN reported that the NBA’s investigation into the matter was wrapping up and that it had been determined that there was no evidence…
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Yahoo SportsAug 17, 2026, 7:05 PM
Pablo Torre under fire for ‘trying to ruin people’s reputation’ after bombshell ESPN report
Investigative sports journalist Pablo Torre has received widespread acclaim for digging into alleged salary cap circumvention by the Los Angeles Clippers in the franchise’s acquisition of superstar forward Kawhi Leonard. On Monday, ESPN reported that the NBA’s investigation into the matter was wrapping up and that it had been determined that there was no evidence…

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