Basketball
Patrick Beverley: Ballmer Still Owes Me
Beverley says he skipped $10M more from Sacramento in 2019 to stay with the Clippers after Ballmer promised 94 courts bearing his name in Los Angeles.
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Draymond Green on NBA Jersey Royalty Payments
Warriors forward Draymond Green revealed that all NBA players, from Stephen Curry to Nikola Jokić, receive the same $500,000 licensing payment as second-year players.
Joey Linn: Clippers Still Living in Lakers' Shadow
NBA analyst Joey Linn argues the Clippers' information control and post-Kawhi Leonard branding push reveal insecurity rather than true independence from the Lakers.
Derrick Jones Open to Staying With Clippers
Reporter Tomer Azarli says the Clippers and Derrick Jones remain open to a new deal, even after the club explored trade options over the summer.
Draymond Green: Clippers' Slide a Chance for Ingram, Garland
Green says the Clippers' bleak outlook gives Brandon Ingram and Darius Garland motive to shine individually, potentially forcing trades that net the picks LA badly needs.
Patrick Beverley Questions Clippers' Kawhi Leonard Trade
Beverley says the Clippers gave up 10 first-round picks for Kawhi Leonard and now face a rebuild, questioning whether the trade was worth it.
Clippers and Kawhi Leonard Face Federal Investigation
Brooklyn's US Attorney's office is probing the Clippers and Kawhi Leonard over fund transfers, ahead of the NBA's own salary-cap investigation results.
ESPN Staff Revolt Over Network's Cover-Up of Ballmer Probe
ESPN insiders published a false story clearing Clippers owner Steve Ballmer, and angry staff say the network still hasn't issued a retraction.
Clippers Fans Frustrated Over Silence After NBA Sanctions
A week after the NBA stripped the Clippers of five first-round picks and suspended Steve Ballmer, fans say the club has yet to address its own supporters.
Pablo Torre Faces Lawsuit Threat Over Clippers Probe
Insider Chris Mannix says Clippers figures warned journalist Pablo Torre of legal action after his investigation triggered a record $30m NBA fine and Ballmer's suspension.
Ballmer's refusal to settle led to record NBA fine
Journalist Pablo Torre says Steve Ballmer's rejection of a settlement pushed the NBA toward a record $30m fine and five stripped first-round picks against the Clippers.
Clippers Not Shopping Brandon Ingram Despite NBA Penalty
Insider Jake Fischer says the Clippers aren't actively discussing trading Brandon Ingram despite the record punishment over the Kawhi Leonard cap deal.
Kawhi Leonard's Toronto trade stalls amid Clippers shake-up
Leonard joined Raptors' optional Miami camp for individual workouts as the Clippers' front-office reorganization delays finalizing his trade, insider Jake Fisher reports.
Trent Redden to Serve as Clippers' Acting President
The Clippers will name GM Trent Redden acting president of basketball operations after the NBA suspended Lawrence Frank for six months over cap circumvention.
Clippers' 2029 Pick Swap With 76ers Survives NBA Sanctions
The Clippers lose five first-round picks through 2033 over cap violations, but Philadelphia's 2029 swap right from the Harden trade stays intact.
Kenny Smith: Clippers' Punishment Was Deserved
NBA analyst Kenny Smith says the Clippers' salary-cap penalties were fair, warning the loss of five draft picks could cripple the roster for years.
Draymond Green Backs Kawhi Leonard Over Clippers Scandal
Green says he believes Leonard didn't know about the sham deals, while Markieff Morris calls that account impossible to believe given the money involved.
Clippers Fined $30m, Stripped of Picks Over Leonard Deal
The NBA hit the Clippers with record penalties for circumventing the salary cap in Kawhi Leonard's 2019 contract, suspending owner Steve Ballmer for a year.