NBA criminal probe focuses on Clippers financial transactions

The ongoing criminal investigation into the NBA is expected to concentrate primarily on the Clippers. Sources indicate the probe will analyze specific financial dealings involving the team, the bankrupt company Aspiration, and the technology firm Daktronics. Investigators are examining these financial matters rather than basketball-related operations. The probe is not expected to affect the Toronto Raptors or the status of their pending transaction. Daktronics officials confirmed they are currently cooperating with the investigators regarding the inquiry. The scope of the justice department's interest remains limited to these specific corporate relationships and their associated financial disclosures.

• 4:08 PMYahoo Sports — The NBA sources are confident the criminal probe will …