The NBA just slapped the Clippers with major fines and penalties for violating league rules in their pursuit of Kawhi Leonard — a move that’s now forcing them into a tough spot. But here’s the twist: Boston’s gained a potentially huge 2028 first-round pick originally owed to LA, with its value hinging on how the Clippers’ draft position shakes out. It’s a smart, sneaky windfall for the Celtics — and a brutal reminder that even deep-pocketed teams can’t skate by when the league’s watching.

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