Steve Ballmer backs down on NBA punishment, apologizes as Clippers accept $30 million fine
Los Angeles Clippers owner Steve Ballmer will not challenge the NBA's punishment for violating salary cap circumvention rules. The league fined the team $30 million, suspended owner Ballmer for a year, and made the Clippers forfeit five first-round draft picks. Ballmer acknowledged the investigation findings, stating the team would comply with the penalties. He apologized to fans, employees, and fellow owners for the distraction caused by the investigation into a $28 million endorsement deal that violated league rules.
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