Draymond Green Gives Bleak Outlook for Clippers After 'Crippling' Punishment
The NBA announced a series of major punishments for the Los Angeles Clippers earlier this week following a league investigation.
NBA announced severe penalties for the Los Angeles Clippers recently, following an investigation into potential salary cap violations. The team must surrender five first-round draft picks from 2029 to 2033, while team owner Steve Ballmer faces a $30 million fine and a one-year suspension for allegedly aiding Kawhi Leonard in obtaining off-court income opportunities.
Golden State Warriors player Draymond Green discussed these punishments on his podcast, deeming the fines "crippling" to the franchise. Green questioned the perspectives of players like Darius Garland and Ty Lue, as well as the future of the team. Leonard faced no contract suspension or termination but must pay $700,000 in restitution. Green believes Leonard was unaware of any rule-breaking, trusting his word.
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