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11 Aug 2026
54m

What Is Going On With Kawhi & The Clippers? Big Decisions For Denver & Phoenix

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Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective

NBA teams are transitioning to a new fleet of jets featuring lay-flat seats, though these planes remain shared assets rotated across the league. The Kawhi Leonard trade to Toronto remains in limbo as the NBA investigates potential financial kickbacks involving scoreboard manufacturer Daktronics. Meanwhile, the Phoenix Suns face significant long-term financial pressure, with over $175 million committed to five core players while owner Matt Ishbia navigates substantial personal business losses. Restricted free agency has become increasingly difficult for players like Peyton Watson, as teams prioritize avoiding the luxury tax and the restrictive second apron. The discussion also honors the late Don Nelson, whose innovative coaching and personnel decisions, including the drafting of Stephen Curry, laid the foundational success for the modern Golden State Warriors dynasty.

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