Overview
- Kawhi Leonard remains the centerpiece, as president Lawrence Frank said Friday the team’s “plan is to win with Kawhi,” with formal talks to follow in the offseason.
- Tyronn Lue was never considered for dismissal during the 6-21 start, and Frank said Lue will remain the head coach long term.
- Frank said the Clippers expect to add at least one significant piece this summer through the draft, free agency or a trade, using flexibility created by their deadline deals.
- The NBA’s probe into Leonard’s endorsement with former team sponsor Aspiration is still active under outside counsel, and Frank expressed confidence the organization acted properly.
- Leonard is under contract for 2026-27 at $50.3 million and can sign a two-year extension after the Finals, following a season in which he averaged a career-best 27.9 points in 65 games.