Steve Ballmer discusses Kawhi's sponsorship during Clippers negotiations
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 8:10 PM
Last updated Aug 14, 2026
Steve Ballmer addressed Kawhi Leonard's sponsorship deal during Clippers negotiations, asserting that it was separate from the team's interests. The comments follow reports of the Clippers pressuring Daktronics to engage Kawhi for promotional efforts. These revelations add to ongoing discussions about player involvement in sponsorships and team marketing strategies.
- •Ballmer claimed Kawhi's Aspiration sponsorship was independent.
- •Clippers sought Kawhi's involvement in promotions as early as 2021.
- •Discussions focus on the complexities of player sponsorships.
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