Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective

What Is Going On With Kawhi & The Clippers? Big Decisions For Denver & Phoenix

Aug 11, 2026 · 54m

Summary

Brian Windhorst and Anthony Slater discuss NBA summer updates, including the Spurs' Paris trip and new team jets with lay-flat seats. They analyze reports of a potential undisclosed Kawhi Leonard sponsorship with Daktronics and its impact on his stalled trade to Toronto. The hosts also review Dylan Brooks' extension with the Suns, noting owner financial struggles, and examine Peyton Watson's restricted free agency complications amid Denver's salary cap constraints.

Topics discussed

Apple Card ad and summer bucket list NBA players' summer trips to Europe and international hubs NBA union workout facilities and new team jets with lay-flat seats Clay Thompson's toaster lore and NBA social media culture Ads and LeBron James' plane card table anecdote Kawhi Leonard trade controversy and Daktronics sponsorship allegations Clippers' denial of kickbacks and Toronto's role in the stalled trade Impact on Brandon Ingram and Raptors' contingency plans League's caution due to Terry Rozier investigation fallout Dylan Brooks extension and Phoenix Suns' salary cap situation Suns' luxury tax risks and owner Matt Ishbia's business struggles Ads and transition to free agency topics Peyton Watson's restricted free agency and Milwaukee Bucks' interest Denver Nuggets' financial constraints and Watson sign-and-trade scenarios Jalen Duren sign-and-trade rumors and Detroit's stance Don Nelson's passing, legacy, and Warriors dynasty seeds
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