- While Kawhi’s team was engaging with the Lakers and Raptors during free agency, he was also recruiting Kevin Durant and Paul George to join him on the Clippers.
- Given Kawhi’s reserved nature, KD and PG were flattered and surprised.
- After KD signed with the Nets, Kawhi was “meeting, calling and texting” PG to convince him to find a way out of Oklahoma City.
- Sensing a “once-in-a-lifetime” opportunity, PG demanded a trade to the Clippers.
