Pablo Torre Says Thunder Fume at Steve Ballmer’s Spending Amid Kawhi Leonard Probe

12 months ago

Pablo Torre Says Thunder Fume at Steve Ballmer’s Spending Amid Kawhi Leonard Probe

After breaking the story of Leonard’s $28M “no-show” deal with Ballmer, Torre revealed the Thunder are the small-market team most angered by rich owners’ spending power. The irony: OKC’s 2025 title came via the Paul George trade, forced by Kawhi’s demand for a co-star, which netted Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the picks that built their champion core.

By Raahib Singh

Other articles from NBA

Pau Gasol Says “Team USA Melo” Was Even Better Than NBA Carmelo Anthony

12 months ago

Pau Gasol Says “Team USA Melo” Was Even Better Than NBA Carmelo Anthony

Reflecting on Anthony’s Hall of Fame career, Gasol said he was “such a dynamic scorer” with Team USA, thriving as a stretch-4 who “came in from the bench and just lit it up.” Gasol praised Melo’s physicality, rebounding, and willingness to sacrifice within star-studded rosters, noting his three Olympic golds cemented a legacy beyond his NBA scoring.

By Raahib Singh

Zach Lowe Reports On NBA Teams' Frustrations With Kawhi Leonard Scandal

12 months ago

Zach Lowe Reports On NBA Teams' Frustrations With Kawhi Leonard Scandal

NBA owners aren't happy with Steve Ballmer's potential 'under the table' dealings to get Kawhi millions through 'Aspiration', a bankrupt, tree-planting organization. "Lay the hammer down if the punishment fits the crime," said Lowe in regards to the owners' feelings. Whether it's loss of FRPs or Leonard's $149,505,800 being voided, Lowe reports the league should "take it seriously'.

By Samir Mehdi

Amen Thompson Gushes Over Newest Teammate Kevin Durant

12 months ago

Amen Thompson Gushes Over Newest Teammate Kevin Durant

"If I'm guarding and doubling him, other people gotta double too," said Amen on KD's offensive potency. Averaging 26+ ppg last season, Durant is still one of the NBA's toughest assignments. "I’m smiling just thinking about getting on the court with Kevin." Asked about their potential chemistry, Amen continued, "Definitely going to be passing it to him a lot."

By Samir Mehdi

Caitlin Clark Announces She Won't Return To Play This WNBA Season

12 months ago

Caitlin Clark Announces She Won't Return To Play This WNBA Season

"Disappointed isn’t a big enough word to describe how I am feeling," said Clark. She's played 13 games all season due to a right groin injury that's kept her sidelined since July 15th. "This has been incredibly frustrating, but even in the bad, there is good." She averaged 16.5 ppg in 31.1 minutes as the Fever hold a 21-20 record.

By Samir Mehdi

Jonathan Kuminga Sets Deadline for Deal After Feeling Undervalued by Warriors

12 months ago

Jonathan Kuminga Sets Deadline for Deal After Feeling Undervalued by Warriors

Kuminga, who averaged 15.3ppg in 2024-25, will accept the qualifying offer by next week if the Warriors' deal doesn't improve. Brett Siegel said the Warriors budging is unlikely. Kuminga wants a player option but the Warriors are firm on a team option in the 2-year $45 million offer. Siegel added, "Warriors haven't given him ample reasons to want to stay."

By Pranay Mukherjee

Never miss an update! Download our app now.