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The Los Angeles Clippers and Toronto Raptors remain at a standstill regarding the proposed trade that would bring Kawhi Leonard back to Canada.

Can Keaton Wagler become the face of the LA Clippers?

With the Toronto Raptors trade for Kawhi Leonard from the Los Angeles Clippers halted until the investigation from the NBA around the star player, his former team, and the funneling of money through Aspiration is resolved, there are lingering questions. As rumors surround Leonard and the investigation, this NBA insider gives insight into the trade’s […] The post NBA rumors: Insider claims ‘no smoking gun’ in Kawhi Leonard investigation as Raptors-Clippers trade hangs in balance appeared first...

Most of the trades and free agent deals that were reported during or before the July moratorium have since been officially finalized, but there are still a handful of moves that we’re waiting on. Of course, the most notable of those transactions is the blockbuster trade between the Clippers and Raptors that will send Kawhi […]

The Lakers will look to keep their Summer League title hopes alive against the Clippers on Tuesday.

The Toronto Raptors pulled off one of the biggest moves of the offseason when they agreed to a trade with the LA Clippers to bring back former franchise star Kawhi Leonard. However, the trade was temporarily put on hold from the Raptors’ side of things this week when the NBA announced they would assume any […] The post Kawhi Leonard trade gets Chris Bosh review, with Aspiration twist appeared first on ClutchPoints.

LAS VEGAS — From a certain point of view, David beat Goliath on Sunday night. The Los Angeles Clippers’ Summer League squad took down the Utah Jazz. And No. 5 overall pick Keaton Wagler, despite starting slowly, got the win over No. 2 pick Darryn Peterson. That didn’t faze Peterson, whose signature confidence remained as […] The post Jazz’s Darryn Peterson sends clear message after top-5 duel: ‘Always taking me’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Los Angeles Clippers have been taking part in the Las Vegas NBA Summer League this week as they look to get a better read on some of their young talent. That group is headlined by Keaton Wagler, the point guard who was drafted fifth overall out of Illinois this past month. Wagler had a […] The post Clippers’ Keaton Wagler proving top-5 status has teammate going bananas on live TV appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Utah Jazz are seeing great things in the future for rookie point guard Darryn Peterson. He’s even already starting to add to his NBA montage of highlights in the Summer League. On Sunday, the former Kansas Jayhawks star got another great addition to his highlight reel when he went up for a poster dunk […] The post Darryn Peterson puts Clippers defender on a poster in Summer League appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Darryn Peterson is probably going to look like a dog amongst pups.

Although the ongoing investigations regarding Kawhi Leonard's cap controversy could affect his trade to the Raptors, both teams are reportedly confident that no issues will arise.

Many NBA fans probably didn't expect much else from the Milwaukee Bucks, but their latest move leaves everyone confused.

Plenty of ball left to be played this summer, however.

Mark Cuban ask a court to provide him details about the team’s Valley View arena project, financing and ownership structure.

Trail Blazers The Trail Blazers suddenly have a very different-looking backcourt. After acquiring Ja Morant from the Grizzlies, Portland now has Morant, Damian Lillard, Jrue Holiday, Scoot Henderson and Shaedon Sharpe all needing minutes. Jeremy Brener of SI.com took a look at the new depth chart and noted that something may still have to give. […] The post NBA Notes: Blazers, Ja Morant, Clippers, Rui Hachimura, Wizards appeared first on Hoops Wire.

The Los Angeles Clippers operated under the belief that the NBA's ongoing investigation into alleged cap impropriety involving Kawhi Leonard and business sponsor Aspiration would not affect the completion of his trade. That impression shaped weeks of trade discussions before the Clippers agreed to terms with the Toronto Raptors. The league later informed the Raptors that any sanctions tied to Leonard personally would fall solely on them, separate from any penalties the Clippers may still face...

The Kawhi Leonard trade may be on hold, but there still appears to be little doubt around the NBA that it’ll eventually get done. According to Sam Amick, Eric Koreen and Law Murray of The Athletic, the blockbuster deal sending Leonard from the Clippers back to the Raptors isn’t expected to change unless the NBA […] The post Kawhi Leonard trade to Raptors still likely despite NBA investigation appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Barring a direct punishment of Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard, which isn’t considered any more likely now that the trade has been put on hold until the Aspiration investigation concludes, the terms of the blockbuster deal that will send the two-time Finals MVP back to the Raptors aren’t expected to be altered, according to Sam Amick, […]

The Clippers maintain their previously reported interest in Peyton Watson, while the Hawks have also shown “fresh” interest in the Nuggets‘ restricted free agent forward, reports Jake Fischer of The Stein Line (Substack link). However, for either team to offer Watson the $25MM+ annual salary he’s reportedly seeking, a sign-and-trade would almost certainly be necessary. […]

Let’s assume the NBA concludes the investigation, Kawhi will be suspended for 20 games, the Raptors are comfortable with that, and they negotiate a lower price with the Clippers (i.e., minimal-to-no draft picks). How would you approach upgrading the team with Kawhi for Ingram/Dick still complete but with multiple picks to work with? submitted by /u/perrieh [link] [comments]