Many NBA fans believe ESPN’s back-to-back blunders have led to their reputation taking a massive hit. Earlier in the day, ESPN reported on the Steve Ballmer – LA Clippers investigation surrounding Kawhi Leonard.

Two major ESPN reports involving the Clippers and Lakers have faced significant pushback less than 24 hours apart.

The NBA isn’t ready to let the Los Angeles Clippers off the hook just yet — and it made that abundantly clear after an ESPN report suggested the league’s investigation had taken a potentially significant turn.

L.A.’s franchises enlivened the NBA offseason with explosive stories on the same day this week … and it all appears far from over.

ESPN filed a report on Monday with new details about the NBA’s ongoing investigation into the Los Angeles Clippers’ potential salary cap circumvention related to sponsorship deals awarded to star player Kawhi Leonard.

The Toronto Raptors are hoping to get a trade for Kawhi Leonard finalized soon after the NBA's investigation into the Los Angeles Clippers.

The Hoop Collective took the under on the Raptors’ 2026-27 win total due to some doubts about Kawhi Leonard’s availability.