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Sources: NBA lacks proof Ballmer paid via firms

By Don Van Natta Jr., Baxter Holmes and Ramona ShelburneAugust 18, 2026·Source: ESPN·5 views

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The NBA has found no evidence showing LA Clippers owner Steve Ballmer funneled money through team sponsors to pay Kawhi Leonard, according to three people with knowledge of discussions between the two sides in recent days.

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