Steve Ballmer accepts NBA penalties for Clippers' salary cap violations

Steve Ballmer, owner of the Los Angeles Clippers, accepted the NBA's penalties for salary cap violations. The league fined the team $30 million and took away five first-round draft picks. Ballmer expressed regret for the distress caused and committed to rebuilding trust with fans and the community.

Steve Ballmer accepts NBA penalties for Clippers' salary cap violations
Updated Sep 16, 2026 First reported Sep 14, 2026
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