The NBA vetted and approved a $300 million sponsorship deal between the LA Clippers and Aspiration in 2021, months before the green banking company signed a separate deal with Kawhi Leonard that triggered a salary cap-circumvention investigation, multiple sources told ESPN. The league's approval process occurred before Aspiration signed a four-year, $28 million endorsement … [Read more...] about Clippers’ Aspiration Sponsorship Deal Vetted By NBA Months Before Kawhi Leonard Contract
Bruce Brown Jr. Prioritized Return To Nuggets Over Interest From Lakers, Suns
Bruce Brown Jr. received free agent interest from the Los Angeles Lakers and Phoenix Suns amongst others, but he was committed to returning to the Denver Nuggets. After winning a title with the Nuggets in 2023, Brown signed a two-year, $45 million contract with the Indiana Pacers, which was significantly more than what Denver was allowed to offer. Brown subsequently was traded … [Read more...] about Bruce Brown Jr. Prioritized Return To Nuggets Over Interest From Lakers, Suns
Luka Doncic Embraces ‘Next Man Up’ Mentality For Lakers During LeBron James’ Absence
Luka Doncic said he doesn't feel compelled to do more while LeBron James recovers from sciatica, emphasizing a team-first approach as the Los Angeles Lakers navigate the veteran forward's expected three-to-four week absence. Doncic addressed his role after practice Saturday, stating his focus remains on winning regardless of individual statistics. The Lakers are 0-2 in the … [Read more...] about Luka Doncic Embraces ‘Next Man Up’ Mentality For Lakers During LeBron James’ Absence
LeBron James First Began Dealing With Sciatica In Late July
LeBron James will be reevaluated in three to four weeks as he's dealing with a sciatica issue that first occurred in the middle of summer. The injury is described as nerve irritation in his glute. "My understanding is this injury for LeBron, this nerve issue, first developed and first occurred in late July and early August during an on-court workout," said Shams Charania. "So … [Read more...] about LeBron James First Began Dealing With Sciatica In Late July
LeBron James To Miss Start Of Season Due To Sciatica
LeBron James will miss at least three to four weeks with sciatica on his right side, which means he not play to start the regular season. James is on an expiring contract with the Los Angeles Lakers and his future with the franchise is uncertain ahead of his 41st birthday in December. James has played in 71 and 70 games during the past two seasons, but he had played in 45, 56 … [Read more...] about LeBron James To Miss Start Of Season Due To Sciatica