Kawhi Leonard has kept an unusually low profile since his name became tied to a $28 million endorsement controversy involving a tree-planting company with links to the Los Angeles Clippers’ front office. His silence broke this week, but not on a basketball court.

The Los Angeles Clippers star was spotted at the US Open, dressed down in a cap, hoodie, and earphones, watching the tennis quietly from the stands. For a player whose every move now draws heightened scrutiny, this low-key appearance drew plenty of attention online, and for good reason.

“ A fun guy watching tennis. @kawhileonard | @NBA ” the US Open’s official account captioned the clip, which quickly made the rounds on social media. Fans speculated whether it was a sign of normalcy or simply a carefully timed public moment as

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