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Jeanie Buss’ Response to Kawhi Leonard’s Reported 2019 Lakers Demands Resurfaces
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Kawhi Leonard’s reported 2019 free-agency talks with the Los Angeles Lakers have resurfaced while an NBA investigation intensifies scrutiny of Leonard, the Los Angeles Clippers and alleged financial arrangements outside his playing contract.
The league has not announced any findings, but an older account involving former Lakers owner Jeanie Buss now carries new relevance.
Legion Hoops reported that Leonard and his representatives sought several prohibited incentives from Buss during the 2019 offseason.
Jeanie Buss Reportedly Drew the Line During Lakers TalksThe resurfaced account does not identify the incentives Leonard’s camp allegedly requested.
Still, Buss’ reported response in 2019 adds a notable earlier chapter to the questions now surrounding Leonard, Robertson and compensation outside an NBA contract.