NBA penalizes Clippers with draft pick forfeitures and executive suspensions

The NBA announced penalties against the Clippers organization for circumventing league rules regarding player endorsement deals. The team must forfeit five first-round draft picks covering the 2029 through 2033 NBA Drafts. Owner Steve Ballmer received a one-year suspension from all league and team activities for his role in securing off-court income for Leonard. President of Business Operations Gillian Zucker is suspended without pay for one year for her involvement and for providing misleading statements to investigators. President of Basketball Operations Lawrence Frank will serve a six-month suspension without pay for approving impermissible expenses. Additionally, the organization must participate in a league-overseen compliance and monitoring program for the next five years.

• 8:40 PMYahoo Sports — Clippers shall forfeit five first-round draft picks, …