Clippers owner Steve Ballmer publicly apologized to fans after the NBA found significant salary cap violations involving Kawhi Leonard, resulting in severe penalties. The investigation revealed Leonard received $66 million facilitated by Ballmer and executives, leading to a $30 million fine for the team and the loss of five future first-round draft picks. While Ballmer accepted the sanctions, including a one-year ban from league activities, he emphasized his commitment to moving forward and maintaining fan confidence. Two top executives were also suspended, but Ballmer’s extensive front office staff aims to mitigate the impact on the team’s operations.
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