Kawhi Leonard trade rumors: Potential landing spots for Clippers star
Kawhi Leonard is entering the final year of his contract with the Los Angeles Clippers, making him a potential unrestricted free agent next summer. The Clippers are evaluating their roster strategy amid ongoing investigations into alleged salary cap violations. Leonard's performance and the team's recent trades will influence their decision on whether to continue pursuing immediate success or consider rebuilding.
- ▪Kawhi Leonard is owed $50.3 million for the 2026-27 season.
- ▪The Clippers finished the season with a 42-40 record and were eliminated in the NBA Play-In Tournament.
- ▪The team is facing an investigation regarding a $28 million endorsement deal that may have violated salary cap rules.
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