An alleged associate of Kawhi Leonard is suing Clippers executive Jerry West for breach of contract after claiming he helped the team sign the two-time NBA Finals MVP.
Johnny Wilkes claims he agreed to work West as the Clippers pursued Kawhi during his impending free agency. West reportedly enlisted Wilkes' services after learning in April 2019 that he had close ties to the Klaw and his uncle, Dennis Robertson.
Wilkes began convincing Kawhi to sign with the Clippers after he and West agreed that he would be paid $2.5 million. Wilkes says that he provided the NBA franchise with important information needed to successfully pitch Kawhi and was a key factor in the Clippers signing Paul George.
In addition, Wilkes allegedly brokered a deal between West and Kawhi's uncle which included a house and travel expense account. According to the lawsuit, Wilkes was invited to a celebratory dinner once the Clippers acquired Kawhi and was promised again by West that he would receive the money that was owed.
Wilkes has filed the lawsuit as Kawhi prepares to start his second season with the Clippers. He's suing Jerry West for the original $2.5 million as well as damages.
Source: TMZ
