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• The NBA Superstar Turned Late-Night Host

  20-10-2026 11:25 via NYT > Los Angeles Clippers
  Blake Griffin on Steve Ballmer, Kelly Clarkson and beyond.
  
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• Kawhi-Gate, Part XVII

  30-09-2026 10:58 via NYT > Los Angeles Clippers
  Pablo uncovers internal financials and government records as the scandal deepens.
  
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• A Clippers’ Superfan on the Kawhi Leonard Scandal

  22-09-2026 11:15 via NYT > Los Angeles Clippers
  Have fans become collateral damage in the N.B.A.’s message to a Shakespearean billionaire?
  
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• How the D.O.J. Might Build a Fraud Case Against Steve Ballmer

  17-09-2026 11:17 via NYT > Los Angeles Clippers
  The Kawhi Leonard scandal makes its way from the N.B.A. to the Department of Justice.
  
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• ‘You’ve Been a Liar and a Fraud and a Clout Chaser’

  11-09-2026 23:30 via NYT > Los Angeles Clippers
  Pablo Torre heard it all while reporting on the Clippers’ N.B.A. scandal. Then came an unprecedented punishment from the league.
  
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• Justice Dept. Opens Inquiry Into Los Angeles Clippers’ Dealings With Kawhi Leonard

  11-09-2026 01:09 via NYT > Los Angeles Clippers
  The investigation, by the U.S. attorney’s office in Brooklyn, is in its earliest stages, leaving it unclear whether criminal charges will ensue.
  
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• Inside DK Metcalf’s Mind

  10-09-2026 11:30 via NYT > Los Angeles Clippers
  Plus, Pablo Torre on his Clippers investigation.
  
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• The Unanswered Questions in the N.B.A.’s Kawhi Leonard Ruling

  09-09-2026 11:16 via NYT > Los Angeles Clippers
  Pablo on where the investigation goes next.
  
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• Pablo Torre on the Largest Punishment in N.B.A. History

  04-09-2026 03:01 via NYT > Los Angeles Clippers
  Pablo Torre’s groundbreaking investigation into the Clippers revealed that the owner Steve Ballmer funneled millions of dollars in secret to player Kawhi Leonard to avoid league salary cap rules. Now the Clippers are facing the largest punishment in N.B.A. history. Torre joins Natalie Kitroeff on “The Call” to unpack what happens next.
  
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• Pablo Torre: We’re in a ‘Dysmorphic’ Era in Sports

  04-09-2026 02:52 via NYT > Los Angeles Clippers
  Pablo Torre joins Natalie Kitroeff on “The Call” to talk about how his bombshell investigation into the Clippers and Steve Ballmer has resulted in the largest punishment in N.B.A. history.
  
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• Why the N.B.A. Banned the Richest Owner in U.S. Sports

  03-09-2026 19:52 via NYT > Los Angeles Clippers
  A yearlong league probe, sparked by Pablo Torre’s Pulitzer Prize-winning investigation, found that the billionaire Los Angeles Clippers owner Steve Ballmer helped to secure endorsement deals for star Kawhi Leonard, breaking salary cap rules.
  
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• The NBA Drops the Hammer on Kawhi Leonard and the Clippers

  03-09-2026 04:17 via NYT > Los Angeles Clippers
  Why league investigators didn’t believe the richest owner in American sports.
  
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• [Sporting News] - Cavaliers officially outbid Bucks, Clippers to acquire $88M NBA champion in monster 5-team trade

  22-08-2026 23:01 via SportSpyder - The Latest Los Angeles Clippers News
  The Cleveland Cavaliers got their biggest target of the summer. On Friday, they made the mega deal official.
  
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• [Fansided: Clipperholics] - Mavs Klay Thompson departure leaves a hole Bennedict Mathurin can fill

  22-08-2026 21:35 via SportSpyder - The Latest Los Angeles Clippers News
  As Klay Thompson has officially departed from the Dallas Mavericks, Bennedict Mathurin can fill the hole the four-time champ left behind.
  
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• [ClutchPoints] - Kawhi Leonard planning to release new music soon

  22-08-2026 21:07 via SportSpyder - The Latest Los Angeles Clippers News
  As the Los Angeles Clippers-Toronto Raptors trade package surrounding Kawhi Leonard remains in limbo due to an ongoing NBA investigation, the star forward revealed that he is preparing to release new music. Leonard, who is currently traveling through Asia during the NBA offseason, shared the update in a viral clip while discussing what he has […] The post appeared first on .
  
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• [NBC Sports] - Three top remaining NBA free agents: Where things stand with Jalen Duren, Jonathan Kuminga, Bennedict Mathuri

  22-08-2026 20:58 via SportSpyder - The Latest Los Angeles Clippers News
  Both Duren and Kuminga are in tough spots where they will make less than they expected.
  
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• [Fadeaway World] - Mock Trade: Bennedict Mathurin Could Be The Next Sign-And-Trade After Peyton Watson’s Move - Fadeaway World

  22-08-2026 17:52 via SportSpyder - The Latest Los Angeles Clippers News
  Here’s a mock sign-and-trade that would send Bennedict Mathurin to the Bulls while giving the Clippers more flexibility and future draft assets.
  
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• [Fadeaway World] - Darius Garland Opens Up On Clippers Trade, His Toe Injury, And Playing For Tyronn Lue - Fadeaway World

  22-08-2026 03:50 via SportSpyder - The Latest Los Angeles Clippers News
  Clippers guard Darius Garland gets real on life after Clippers trade.
  
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• [Los Angeles Clippers Videos] - The Strus is loose in LA! 😤 #shorts

  22-08-2026 03:36 via SportSpyder - The Latest Los Angeles Clippers News
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• [Los Angeles Clippers Videos] - soooo ready! 🔜🏀 #shorts

  22-08-2026 01:15 via SportSpyder - The Latest Los Angeles Clippers News
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• [Los Angeles Clippers Videos] - Handle of the Year?? We think so! 😱 #shorts

  21-08-2026 21:58 via SportSpyder - The Latest Los Angeles Clippers News
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• [Hoops Wire] - West Notes: Clippers, Darius Garland, Blazers, Jazz, Ace Bailey

  21-08-2026 20:33 via SportSpyder - The Latest Los Angeles Clippers News
  Clippers Clippers point guard Darius Garland says he’s finally healthy again after a toe injury wrecked much of last season. Garland told Cyro Asseo of HoopsHype that the injury initially began as a bone bruise after repeatedly stubbing his toe inside his shoe. He attempted to play through it, eventually suffered ligament damage and underwent […] The post appeared first on .
  
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• [Fansided: Clipperholics] - 3 Clippers who can change the team’s trajectory with a massive leap

  21-08-2026 18:37 via SportSpyder - The Latest Los Angeles Clippers News
  As the Clippers don’t have many expectations on their shoulders, if these three players take a massive leap, the team’s trajectory will be changed entirely.
  
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• [Fadeaway World] - Former NBA Stars Who Could Be Playing Their Final Season In 2026-27 - Fadeaway World

  21-08-2026 18:32 via SportSpyder - The Latest Los Angeles Clippers News
  Here are former NBA stars who could be playing their final season in 2026-27 as age, declining roles, and contract situations start catching up.
  
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• [Fadeaway World] - 20 Most Criticized NBA Stars Of The Last 20 Years - Fadeaway World

  21-08-2026 18:31 via SportSpyder - The Latest Los Angeles Clippers News
  We rank the 20 most criticized NBA players over the last 20 years.
  
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• [Fansided: Clipperholics] - Brandon Ingram will have to prove himself to the Clippers if the trade goes through

  21-08-2026 17:12 via SportSpyder - The Latest Los Angeles Clippers News
  If the trade goes through, as soon as he arrives to LA, Brandon Ingram will have to prove himself to the Clippers’ organization.
  
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• [Fadeaway World] - NBA Must Weigh NBPA Fallout Before Punishing Clippers Over Kawhi Leonard Investigation

  21-08-2026 16:27 via SportSpyder - The Latest Los Angeles Clippers News
  While a punishment may be on the cards for the Clippers and Kawhi Leonard, the NBA may have to be mindful of their approach to this matter.
  
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• [Fansided: Clipperholics] - Max Strus' future with the Clippers is already crystal clear

  21-08-2026 16:04 via SportSpyder - The Latest Los Angeles Clippers News
  Although Max Strus just arrived in LA with the Clippers, his future with the team is already written on the wall.
  
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• [Hoops Rumors] - Watson’s Deal With Cavs Leaves Just Two RFAs Unsigned

  21-08-2026 15:52 via SportSpyder - The Latest Los Angeles Clippers News
  A year ago, we entered September with four notable restricted free agents – Josh Giddey, Jonathan Kuminga, Quentin Grimes, and Cam Thomas – still on the board. The situation isn’t quite that bad for RFAs this season, especially now that Peyton Watson has landed in Cleveland via sign-and-trade on a new four-year, $88MM deal. But […]
  
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• [Fansided: Clipperholics] - Cavs re-signing James Harden for top dollar is mistake they’ll wish they can undo

  21-08-2026 15:43 via SportSpyder - The Latest Los Angeles Clippers News
  The Cavaliers officially re-signed James Harden to a high salary, and in the future, they’ll wish they could rewind time to do things differently.
  
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• [Last Word on Sports] - 2026-2027 NBA Rookies: 1 Expectation For Each Los Angeles Clippers Rookie

  21-08-2026 14:06 via SportSpyder - The Latest Los Angeles Clippers News
  As the 2026-2027 season trends towards its start, a new batch of NBA rookies is set to make their debut in the league. In that group, the Los Angeles Clippers have drafted three immensely talented prospects who can be significant pieces for them in the future. The rookies they obtained from the 2026 NBA Draft …
  
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• [Los Angeles Times] - Why have private equity firms taken an interest in buying professional sports teams?

  21-08-2026 13:21 via SportSpyder - The Latest Los Angeles Clippers News
  The booming business of sports has attracted a flood of private equity investment and even the most notable franchises require the influx of cash to keep up in the arms race.
  
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• [Locked On Clippers] - How Max Strus TRADE Shakes Up Los Angeles Clippers Lineup feat. LA Clippers Film

  21-08-2026 09:30 via SportSpyder - The Latest Los Angeles Clippers News
  Los Angeles Clippers shake up their roster with the acquisition of Max Strus, sparking debate over starting roles and the future of Ben Mathurin. Could Strus...
  
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• [Los Angeles Clippers Videos] - Kobe Sanders linked up with his squad at camp before they left SoCal 🏈 #shorts

  21-08-2026 09:21 via SportSpyder - The Latest Los Angeles Clippers News
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• [Hoops Rumors] - Cavs, Nuggets, Clippers, Hornets, Wizards Finalize Watson Trade

  21-08-2026 05:56 via SportSpyder - The Latest Los Angeles Clippers News
  The Cavaliers, Nuggets, Clippers, Hornets and Wizards have finalized the blockbuster deal that will send restricted free agent forward Peyton Watson to Cleveland via sign-and-trade, according to press releases from four of the five teams. The Cavs are the only club that has yet to announce the news, but we know all the moving parts […]
  
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• [NBA] - CLIPPERS ACQUIRE STRUS FROM CLEVELAND IN FIVE-TEAM TRADE

  21-08-2026 04:30 via SportSpyder - The Latest Los Angeles Clippers News
  The LA Clippers have acquired Max Strus from the Cleveland Cavaliers in a five-team trade, it was announced by Lawrence Frank, President of Basketball Operat...
  
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• [Clippers Podcast] - Clippers Get Max Strus + What Do Rotations Look Like? Happy Hour Live

  21-08-2026 03:07 via SportSpyder - The Latest Los Angeles Clippers News
  The Clippers are still making moves despite the Kawhi trade hold up, and this one was great! Clips n Dip talk adding Max Strus, what his fit looks like on th...
  
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• [On SI] - What Max Strus Brings to the Clippers

  21-08-2026 01:22 via SportSpyder - The Latest Los Angeles Clippers News
  The Los Angeles Clippers have made significant roster changes this year, dating back to the NBA trade deadline in February. Star players like James Harden, Ivic
  
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• [Hoops Rumors] - Darius Garland On Toe Injury, Joining Clippers, More

  21-08-2026 00:43 via SportSpyder - The Latest Los Angeles Clippers News
  Speaking to Cyro Asseo of HoopsHype, Clippers point guard Darius Garland discussed the toe injury that required him to undergo surgery last offseason and caused him to miss 37 games in 2026/27. The former No. 5 overall pick also talked about being traded from Cleveland to Los Angeles in February and playing for head coach […]
  
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• [ClutchPoints] - Clippers rumors: What does Max Strus trade mean for Bennedict Mathurin?

  21-08-2026 00:06 via SportSpyder - The Latest Los Angeles Clippers News
  After the LA Clippers traded for Max Strus, adding another guard in a crowded backcourt, what does it mean for Bennedict Mathurin amidst his contract negotiations? Strus reunites his former teammate Darius Garland of the Cleveland Cavs. On the heels of the Clippers re-signing Bradley Beal this summer, could Mathurin be on the move ahead […] The post appeared first on .
  
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• [Locked On Clippers] - The Clippers have acquired sharpshooter Max Strus in a multi-team deal.

  20-08-2026 22:14 via SportSpyder - The Latest Los Angeles Clippers News
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• [Last Word on Sports] - Cavs Close To Finalizing 2026-27 Roster with Re-Signing of James Harden, What Is Next and a Look at New Depth Chart

  20-08-2026 22:10 via SportSpyder - The Latest Los Angeles Clippers News
  The Cleveland Cavaliers were waiting all summer to make their splash, and it finally came to fruition last night. The trade gave the Cavaliers enough maneuverability to sign James Harden to a big 3-year deal. Cavs Close to Finalizing Roster with Signing of James Harden, What Is Next and a Look at New Depth Chart …
  
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• [Yahoo Sports] - Cavs are doing all they can to keep up in the East, but is adding Peyton Watson enough?

  20-08-2026 21:41 via SportSpyder - The Latest Los Angeles Clippers News
  James Harden is back in the mix, along with the rest of the core that was swept in the East finals. But the rest of the East is improved as well.
  
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• [ESPN] - 👀 Westbrook offered hint ahead of retirement

  20-08-2026 21:38 via SportSpyder - The Latest Los Angeles Clippers News
  The nine-time All-Star and former MVP announced his retirement on Wednesday after 18 NBA seasons.
  
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• [Hoops Wire] - NBA Trade Notes: Cavs, Peyton Watson, Nuggets, Clippers, Max Strus, Wizards

  20-08-2026 21:03 via SportSpyder - The Latest Los Angeles Clippers News
  The Cavaliers’ acquisition of Peyton Watson wound up becoming considerably larger than originally expected. What began as a sign-and-trade between Cleveland and Denver ultimately expanded into a five-team transaction involving the Clippers, Wizards and Hornets. The previously agreed-upon Dennis Schröder trade between Cleveland and Charlotte was folded into the deal. Cleveland lands Watson on a […] The post appeared first on .
  
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• [Locked On Clippers] - Breaking: LA Clippers Trade For Max Strus

  20-08-2026 20:34 via SportSpyder - The Latest Los Angeles Clippers News
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• [Deadspin] - Report: James Harden agrees to 3-year, $97M deal with Cavaliers

  20-08-2026 20:28 via SportSpyder - The Latest Los Angeles Clippers News
  Deadspin | Report: James Harden agrees to 3-year, $97M deal with Cavaliers
  
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• [Fadeaway World] - "Never Heard An Adequate Explanation": Bill Simmons Exposes 3 Major Issues In Kawhi Leonard Saga

  20-08-2026 19:32 via SportSpyder - The Latest Los Angeles Clippers News
  Bill Simmons highlights three things that still do not make sense to him in this Kawhi Leonard-Clippers scandal.
  
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• [NBC Sports] - Winners, losers from Peyton Watson trade to Cleveland Cavaliers

  20-08-2026 19:16 via SportSpyder - The Latest Los Angeles Clippers News
  The big winner is Peyton Watson, who gets his payday with a new four year, $88 million contract.
  
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• [Heat Check] - The Denver Nuggets Situation KEEPS Getting WORSE...

  20-08-2026 17:25 via SportSpyder - The Latest Los Angeles Clippers News
  The Denver Nuggets situation keeps getting worse, and NIkola Jokic is not happy about it.They are consistently getting worse ever since winning the title in ...
  
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