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Steve Ballmer accepts NBA suspension; Kawhi Leonard trade remains stalled

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 4:46 PM

Last updated Sep 14, 2026

Steve Ballmer accepts NBA suspension; Kawhi Leonard trade remains stalled
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Steve Ballmer has accepted a one-year suspension from the NBA, but the proposed trade of Kawhi Leonard from the Los Angeles Clippers to the Toronto Raptors is still on hold. The Clippers need to appoint an interim governor before progressing with the deal that would send Leonard to Toronto in exchange for Brandon Ingram and Gradey Dick. NBA insider Jake Fischer reports that the Clippers are not ready to communicate with Toronto regarding the trade. While Ballmer aims to move forward with the organization, the uncertainty surrounding leadership may delay any transaction involving Leonard.

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  • •Steve Ballmer accepts NBA penalties, including a one-year suspension.
  • •Kawhi Leonard trade to Raptors is on hold pending leadership changes.
  • •Clippers must appoint an interim governor to proceed with the trade.
  • •Trade would involve Leonard, Ingram, and Gradey Dick.
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  • 4:46 PMYahoo Sports — Why Steve Ballmer accepting NBA punishment won’t speed up Kawhi Leonard trade to Raptors
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Clippers owner Steve Ballmer accepted his punishment from the NBA, but the Kawhi Leonard trade to the Raptors remains on hold.

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