What happened: Lowe released a new episode of The Zach Lowe Show centered on the Clippers after Kawhi Leonard's trade became official Monday. Another segment runs through one big question for each of the 15 Eastern Conference teams ahead of the 2026-27 season.
Why it matters: The Clippers remain in the middle of a roster reset after a sanctions-marred stretch and Leonard's exit changed the shape of their offseason. For the East, the timing lands in the quiet part of the calendar, when unresolved roster questions carry more weight than box scores.
By the numbers: Leonard waived a $7.45 million trade kicker in the completed deal, and Lowe framed the rest of the episode around 15 separate East-team questions.
What to watch: Watch whether the Clippers make more roster moves before camp opens. The East-wide questions should sharpen once preseason preparation begins later this month.