On Tuesday August 18, 2026 the NBA challenges an ESPN report. The article concerns the investigation of Clippers owner Steve Ballmer. ESPN claims the NBA lacks proof that Ballmer paid Kawhi Leonard via sponsors. The league asserts the report contains inaccuracies.
The NBA rejects the report that it lacks evidence in the Kawhi Leonard probe. Sports Illustrated covers what the newest Kawhi Leonard news means for Raptors. The report has inaccuracies exactly as the league says. The NBA challenges the ESPN article.