The NBA finds Clippers violated CBA rules regarding Leonard

The NBA determined the Los Angeles Clippers violated collective bargaining agreement rules regarding off-court income for Leonard. The league investigation identified multiple improper actions, including the team facilitating endorsement deals with companies such as Aspiration Partners, Boingo Wireless, Daktronics, and Lockton Insurance. The Clippers reportedly induced these companies to sign agreements with Leonard by offering them team business., the team paid personal expenses for Leonard and his representatives. The league also noted that the team failed to disclose improper solicitations for off-court income made on behalf of Leonard by his then-business manager, Dennis Robertson. The findings follow an inquiry into the financial relationship between the organization and the player.

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