When it comes to dropping bombshell reports in the world of sports, few are doing it like Pablo Torre.
For nearly a year, Torre provided in-depth reporting on the Los Angeles Clippers and how they used a $28 million endorsement deal for Kawhi Leonard to circumvent the salary cap. Although he took plenty of criticism for his initial reporting, the NBA issued a one-year suspension to Clippers owner Steve Ballmer. Additionally, the league forced the Clippers to forfeit their first-round picks for the 2029, 2030, 2031, 2032, and 2033 drafts.
“What ESPN had done, according to my reporting, is they were fed a story by the Clippers that the Clippers may have known was not true,” Torre said, via Awful Announcing. “And why do you do that? Well, perhaps it’s because that’s the available territory that you have, having been beaten on the other part of this landscape. Perhaps you really believed it, because the Clippers looked you in the eye and for months, for a year, said to you, ‘We’re telling the truth, that annoying, clout-chasing podcaster is lying to you.”
While the criticism surrounding Torre hasn’t quieted down just yet, he continues to stand tall online.
During a conversation with “The Pivot,” Torre revealed that he’ll never give up the names of his sources.
“I’d go to jail before I reveal my sources,” Torre said.
What’s the next big store for Torre?
A little over a week ago, Torre provided a deep dive on Tim Tebow’s involvement with Life Surge, a Christian organization that holds events across the country that feature prominent speakers.
Torre reported that Tebow earns anywhere between $50,000-$100,000 per appearance with Life Surge. Additionally, he said those who attend Life Surge events are advised to sig up for “impact classes” at the price of $97. If they sign up for that course, they’re then presented with mentorship and coaching options that cost at least $10,000.
We’ll see if Torre continues to investigate Tebow’s partnership with Life Surge.
