Steve Ballmer backs down on NBA punishment, apologizes as Clippers accept $30M fine
Los Angeles Clippers owner Steve Ballmer has decided not to fight the NBA's punishment for salary cap circumvention


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Los Angeles Clippers owner Steve Ballmer has decided not to fight the NBA's punishment for salary cap circumvention

Ballmer said that the team is complying with the penalties, has paid the fines, and is "moving forward."

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The LA Clippers are fined $30m (£22.2m) by the NBA for violating salary rules over the acquisition of star player Kawhi Leonard.

The NBA also fined the Los Angeles Clippers $30 million and said the team will forfeit five first-round picks, one in each year in drafts starting in 2029.

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