DOJ Opens Criminal Probe into Clippers Owner Steve Ballmer

DOJ Opens Criminal Probe into Clippers Owner Steve Ballmer

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Federal prosecutors in Los Angeles opened a criminal investigation into Los Angeles Clippers owner Steve Ballmer on 17 September, alleging a salary-cap scheme tied to Kawhi Leonard, according to Awful Announcing. The probe follows NBA sanctions announced earlier in the month.

On 10 September, Ballmer said the Clippers would pay a $30 million fine and forfeit five first-round draft picks, apologising to fans, as reported by The New York Times. NBA commissioner Adam Silver later confirmed that the year-long suspensions of Ballmer, general manager Gillian Zucker and coach Lawrence Frank, along with the fine and draft-pick loss, would remain in effect.

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Սեպտեմբեր 17, 2026
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Pablo Torre outlines real DOJ trouble for Steve Ballmer
Pablo Torre outlines real DOJ trouble for Steve Ballmer

Awful Announcing • 17 Սեպ 19:02

Federal prosecutors have opened a criminal inquiry into Steve Ballmer and the Los Angeles Clippers following the NBA's sanctions for illicit sponsorship payments tied to Kawhi Leonard.

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Adam Silver, in closing door on Clippers, sends message to NBA’s owner class
Adam Silver, in closing door on Clippers, sends message to NBA’s owner class

The New York Times • 16 Սեպ 12:15

Adam Silver confirmed that the year-long suspensions, $30 million fine and loss of five first-round draft picks imposed on Steve Ballmer, Gillian Zucker and Lawrence Frank will remain in effect, while player Kawhi Leonard faced only a modest fine.

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Սեպտեմբեր 14, 2026
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Steve Ballmer says he, Clippers will comply with NBA's penalties, not pursue legal action
Steve Ballmer says he, Clippers will comply with NBA's penalties, not pursue legal action

NBC Sports • 14 Սեպ 19:39

Clippers owner Steve Ballmer announced the team will comply with the NBA's sanctions, including a $30 million fine and loss of five first-round draft picks, and apologized to fans.

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LA Clippers owner Steve Ballmer apologizes over team sanctions
LA Clippers owner Steve Ballmer apologizes over team sanctions

CNBC • 14 Սեպ 04:58

Steve Ballmer said the Los Angeles Clippers will comply with NBA penalties, including a $30 million fine and loss of draft picks, and expressed regret for the distraction caused to fans and the league.

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Steve Ballmer says Clippers will comply with NBA sanctions
Steve Ballmer says Clippers will comply with NBA sanctions

Los Angeles Times • 14 Սեպ 03:53

Steve Ballmer announced the Los Angeles Clippers will comply with the league's sanctions following an investigation that found salary-cap violations involving Kawhi Leonard.

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Clippers owner Steve Ballmer accepts NBA's punishment after Kawhi Leonard scandal, won't pursue legal battle
Clippers owner Steve Ballmer accepts NBA's punishment after Kawhi Leonard scandal, won't pursue legal battle

Yahoo Sports • 14 Սեպ 03:20

Los Angeles Clippers owner Steve Ballmer said he has paid the $30 million fine and will comply with the NBA's penalties, while noting he still disagrees with the league's findings.

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Steve Ballmer won’t fight salary-cap circumvention penalties, apologizes to Clippers fans
Steve Ballmer won’t fight salary-cap circumvention penalties, apologizes to Clippers fans

The New York Times • 14 Սեպ 03:15

Steve Ballmer said the Los Angeles Clippers will comply with the NBA's $30 million fine and loss of draft picks related to the Kawhi Leonard salary-cap case, apologizing to fans and staff.

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