The NBA's Salary Cap Circus: When Greed Meets Governance The National Basketball Association's recent decision to fine the Los Angeles Clippers $30 million and suspend several executives is a stark reminder that money can indeed talk – and often lies.
At its core, this scandal revolves around Kawhi Leonard's off court income opportunities, which the Clippers allegedly facilitated through impermissible endorsement deals.
The NBA's investigation uncovered a pattern of misconduct spanning years, involving multiple teams and players.