Clippers Hit Hard by NBA Penalties | Adelaide News

The NBA just dropped a blockbuster penalty on the LA Clippers: Steve Ballmer gets a one-year suspension and a $30 million fine, plus the loss of five draft picks, after uncovering serious salary cap violations. Even Kawhi Leonard faces a $700K penalty, while key execs like Lawrence Frank and Gillian Zucker are banned. The Clippers are fiercely disputing the findings, calling the investigation biased and claiming the public report doesn’t match private discussions. Commissioner Adam Silver emphasized the penalties reflect the gravity of the breaches, which reportedly began in September 2025 with scrutiny over off-court income. This is a seismic moment for the league—and the Clippers’ legal battle could reshape how NBA investigations unfold.

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