The excitement for the upcoming NBA season is building, and fans eagerly look forward to it. However, before the 2025-26 NBA season started, Los Angeles Clippers star Kawhi Leonard sparked controversy.

According to journalist Pablo Torre, Leonard allegedly signed a $28 million “no-show job” endorsement deal with a fraudulent tree-planting company. This company was reportedly secretly funded by $50 million from Clippers owner Steve Ballmer. Torre claimed that this arrangement was designed to circumvent the salary cap.

Recent reports indicate that potential punishment for both Kawhi Leonard and the Clippers in connection with this problematic endorsement deal could be severe.

“NBA penalties for cap circumvention: – Fine of up to $4.5 million for a first offense. – Fine of up to $5.5 milli

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