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• [ClutchPoints] - Kawhi Leonard planning to release new music soon

  22-08-2026 21:07 via sportspyder.com
  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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• A Clippers’ Superfan on the Kawhi Leonard Scandal

  22-09-2026 11:15 via nytimes.com
  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 nytimes.com
  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 nytimes.com
  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 nytimes.com
  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 nytimes.com
  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 nytimes.com
  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 nytimes.com
  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 nytimes.com
  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 nytimes.com
  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 nytimes.com
  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.com
  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.com
  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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• [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.com
  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.com
  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.com
  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.com
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• [Los Angeles Clippers Videos] - soooo ready! 🔜🏀 #shorts

  22-08-2026 01:15 via sportspyder.com
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• [Los Angeles Clippers Videos] - Handle of the Year?? We think so! 😱 #shorts

  21-08-2026 21:58 via sportspyder.com
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• [Hoops Wire] - West Notes: Clippers, Darius Garland, Blazers, Jazz, Ace Bailey

  21-08-2026 20:33 via sportspyder.com
  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.com
  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.com
  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.com
  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.com
  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.com
  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.com
  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.com
  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.com
  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.com
  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.com
  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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