EPISODE · Sep 12, 2026 · 26 MIN
Why Hasn't The Kawhi Leonard Trade Gone Through Yet?
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The LA Clippers face uncertainty as the blockbuster Kawhi Leonard trade with the Toronto Raptors stalls, sparking controversy and raising critical questions. Federal prosecutors have launched a criminal investigation into alleged secret sponsorship deals orchestrated by the Clippers to circumvent the NBA salary cap, casting a shadow over the franchise’s immediate future and leadership, with Lawrence Frank suspended and Trent Redden possibly stepping in as decision maker.Die hard Los Angeles Clippers fan and Host Darian Vaziri breaks down the trade holdup, examining potential front-office power struggles and whether either team is renegotiating key assets like Brandon Ingram and future first-round picks. The conversation highlights Clippers fans’ loyalty through years of adversity, the organization’s ongoing silence, and possible fan action in response to this unprecedented crisis. Will the Raptors finally land Kawhi Leonard? Can the Clippers recover from public humiliation, lost draft picks, and possible further penalties? The answers could redefine the Clippers’ future in Los Angeles. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!OdooGreat organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at https://Odoo.com/lockedon.IndeedListeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcastBetterhelpThis episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Sign up and get 10% off at https://BetterHelp.com/LOCKEDONNBA.FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Join all the action at https://FANDUEL.COM to play Daily Dingers and make your free pick on who’s hitting a homer this MLB season.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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The LA Clippers face uncertainty as the blockbuster Kawhi Leonard trade with the Toronto Raptors stalls, sparking controversy and raising critical questions. Federal prosecutors have launched a criminal investigation into alleged secret sponsorship deals orchestrated by the Clippers to circumvent the NBA salary cap, casting a shadow over the franchise’s immediate future and leadership, with Lawrence Frank suspended and Trent Redden possibly stepping in as decision maker. Die hard Los Angeles Clippers fan and Host Darian Vaziri breaks down the trade holdup, examining potential front-office power struggles and whether either team is renegotiating key assets like Brandon Ingram and future first-round picks. The conversation highlights Clippers fans’ loyalty through years of adversity, the organization’s ongoing silence, and possible fan action in response to this unprecedented crisis. Will the Raptors finally land Kawhi Leonard? Can the Clippers recover from public humiliation, lost draft picks, and possible further penalties? The answers could redefine the Clippers’ future in Los Angeles.
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