Kawhi Leonard, James Harden Lied About Role in Chris Paul’s Exit From Clippers – Report Kawhi Leonard and James Harden reportedly lied about their part in Chris Paul's surprising exit, as a report exp

When the Los Angeles Clippers unexpectedly sent future Hall of Famer Chris Paul home on Wednesday, James Harden and Kawhi Leonard were quick to say they had nothing to do with the decision. They may not have pushed for it outright, but their influence was still felt. Now that the dust is settling, the factors behind Paul’s abrupt exit are starting to come into focus.

“Leonard and Harden told reporters they were “shocked” the Clippers parted ways with Paul, but that’s not true, sources said. Both stars knew the move was coming and signed off on it,” sources told DallasHoopsJournal.

“Paul was in Leonard’s ear a lot, sources said. Leonard initially didn’t mind Paul’s advice because he has a lot of respect for him as a player and person. However, it became too constant, and Leonard believed