Edition No. 75 · Sat 5 Sept 2026 · Story 16 of 26

Steve Ballmer spent billions to make Clippers matter, but he brought them more shame

The Athletic

The NBA's investigation ended with a $30M fine, five first-round picks and a one-year Ballmer suspension, and the Clippers are heading to arbitration.

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