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Stephen A. Smith calls out NBA star Kawhi Leonard for letting Clippers take the fall for salary cap scandal
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
ESPN's Stephen A. Smith stated that Kawhi Leonard received a $700,000 fine while the LA Clippers faced larger penalties related to a salary cap matter. The NBA investigated the Clippers' salary cap practices and imposed sanctions on the team. Leonard was fined individually as part of the league's findings.
