Journalist Pablo Torre recently revealed that the Los Angeles Clippers may have gone under the table in their financial dealings with Kawhi Leonard. According to reports, team owner Steve Ballmer invested $50 million into Aspiration.

Shortly after, Leonard reportedly signed an endorsement deal with the company that allegedly involved a “no-show” job arrangement. These details raised suspicions that the Clippers may have found a way to funnel additional money to their superstar beyond the NBA’s salary cap rules.

The league has already launched an investigation into the matter. The potential punishments for Leonard himself are severe. According to The Athletic, Leonard could see his contract voided and be barred from re-signing with the Clippers. He may also be forced to return the $1.75 m

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