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Ballmer Accepts NBA Penalties Over Clippers Salary Cap Scandal

LA Clippers owner Steve Ballmer accepts NBA penalties for salary cap circumvention, expressing sincere regrets. The franchise loses five first-round picks, pays $30 million fine, and Ballmer receives yearlong suspension. He apologizes to fans and owners, pledging to move forward.