The Price of Power in Professional Sports The National Basketball Association (NBA) has dealt a significant blow to Los Angeles Clippers owner Steve Ballmer, suspending him for one year, imposing $30 million in fines, and stripping the team of five draft picks.
This stern response follows an investigation that uncovered a complex web of misconduct involving not only the team's ownership but also its executives.
The report by Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz highlights a "pattern of misconduct and multiple significant rules violations" that demonstrate a systemic problem within the organization.