The Clippers wrote their own ransom note—and the NBA just collected
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What happened
The NBA levied a massive fine on the Clippers. But what was the real crime? The Clippers thought they were buying a dynasty and ended up with a cautionary tale. Inside the scandal, the precedent and why Ballmer's billions make this only the beginning of a captivating saga.
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