Looks like the deal was double what was originally thought?
https://www.bostonsportsjournal.com/...rth-48-million
BSJ Exclusive: Kawhi Leonard endorsement deal that triggered NBA investigation was actually worth $48 million
The $28 million deal was to be paid in quarterly installments over four years, but it was not the only compensation Leonard received. According to a high-level source, Leonard also cut a side deal with Aspiration to receive an additional $20 million in company stock. The stock was to be paid out from Sanberg’s personal holdings in the company over four years.
That brought the total of promised compensation to Leonard to $48 million.
The commitment from Ballmer was also curious, as he paid a higher price for his shares than others. The Oak Tree commitment to Aspiration came at $10 a share, but Ballmer paid a premium of $11 per share, raising his overall investment to $50 million.