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Steve Ballmer could sue NBA over penalties

Clippers could be headed toward a legal fight with the NBA after the league found the franchise violated salary-cap circumvention rules. The punishment was severe, with the Clippers losing five first-round picks and receiving a $30 million fine.

Steve Ballmer could sue NBA over penalties

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Clippers could be headed toward a legal fight with the NBA after the league found the franchise violated salary-cap circumvention rules.

The punishment was severe, with the Clippers losing five first-round picks and receiving a $30 million fine.

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Clippers could be headed toward a legal fight with the NBA after the league found the franchise violated salary-cap circumvention rules. The punishment was severe, with the Clippers losing five first-round picks and receiving a $30 million fine. Owner Steve Ballmer was also suspended for one year.

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Owner Steve Ballmer was also suspended for one year.

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