The trade of Kawhi Leonard back to the Toronto Raptors is on hold due to the NBA’s investigation into the Los Angeles Clippers regarding potential salary-cap circumvention linked to Leonard’s endorsement deal with Aspiration. The Clippers, who deny any wrongdoing, stated that the Raptors must assume the risk of penalties from the investigation before finalizing the deal. Leonard remains in limbo as the Raptors await a resolution, emphasizing their eagerness to bring him back. The investigation centers around whether the Clippers facilitated additional compensation to Leonard outside the salary cap, a serious violation if proven.
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