Kawhi Leonard Out?! Jaylen Brown Snubbed From Team USA & Paul George's Negotiations

Kawhi Leonard was pulled from Team USA's roster because the Los Angeles Clippers and "USA Staff" didn't want him to play, why? Then, why is Derrick White replacing Kawhi and not Jaylen Brown? Plus, Paul George explained his contract negotiation with the Clippers in-depth and more. Nick Angstadt (@NickVanExit, Locked On Mavs) & PatTheDesigner (@PatTheDeisgner, Locked On Bulls) dive into the latest NBA news on today's episode of Locked On NBA. They discuss Kawhi Leonard's unexpected withdrawal from Team USA and debate whether Jaylen Brown should have been his replacement. The conversation shifts to the Clippers' future, examining the implications of Kawhi's absence and Paul George's contract negotiations. They also touch on the dynamics within Team USA, including a humorous segment on players' abilities to spin a basketball on their fingers. The episode wraps up with a light-hearted look at Steve Kerr's comments on LeBron James' practice habits and how it might fuel the ongoing LeBron vs. Michael Jordan debate. 00:00 Kawhi Leonard Pulled From Team USA?!05:16 Jaylen Brown Was Snubbed... Why?10:29 Kawhi's Status & Impact on the Clippers17:57 Paul George's Contract Negotiations22:52 Count It Up: Something Steph Curry Can't Do  Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 Locked On Mavericks Podcast🎧 Locked On Bulls Podcast Locked On NBA League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft, WNBA & More🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNBA  📢 Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! | Offers from our sponsors: lockedonpodcasts.com/offers LinkedInLinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/LOCKEDONNBA. Terms and conditions apply. BetterhelpThis episode is sponsored by Betterhelp. Make your brain your friend, with BetterHelp. Visit BetterHelp.com/lockedonnbatoday to get 10% off your first month.  eBay MotorsFor parts that fit, head to eBay Motors and look for the green check. Stay in the game with eBay Guaranteed Fit at eBayMotos.com. Let’s ride. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. PrizePicksGo to PrizePicks.com/lockedonnba and use code lockedonnba for a first deposit match up to $100! GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. FanDuelScore early this NFL season with FanDuel, America’s Number One Sportsbook! Right now, NEW customers get ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS with any winning FIVE DOLLAR MONEYLINE BET! That’s A HUNDRED AND FIFTY BUCKS – if your team wins! Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started. 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)