Draymond Green supports NBA disciplinary action against the LA Clippers

The NBA sanctioned the LA Clippers and owner Steve Ballmer for salary cap circumvention involving Kawhi Leonard. The league stripped the franchise of five future first-round draft picks and issued a $30 million fine to the organization. Additionally, Ballmer received a one-year suspension. Kawhi Leonard faces a $700,000 fine for his involvement, though he avoided a suspension. Golden State Warriors veteran Draymond Green defended the decision to not suspend Leonard, stating he accepts the player's claim that he was unaware of the improper deal. Green remarked that the penalties appropriately target the organization rather than the athlete. The Warriors forward also criticized current league salary cap rules regarding player endorsements. The discipline marks a significant penalty for the Clippers franchise as they move forward following the conclusion of the league's investigation.

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