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sports1 month ago•3 min saved

Clippers Under NBA Salary-Cap Probe Tied to Kawhi Leonard

The NBA is investigating the Los Angeles Clippers over potential salary-cap circumvention to pay Kawhi Leonard, with Leonard, his uncle Dennis Robertson, and owner Steve Ballmer among those interviewed. The probe, led by Wachtell Lipton, Rosen & Katz, began in 2025 after reports about a no-show endorsement linked to the Aspiration company. While Leonard’s camp denies wrongdoing and some executives privately question the handling, Commissioner Adam Silver says the investigation will follow the facts and could be nearing a conclusion, though no timeline is given.

via Hoops Rumors|

#clippers #kawhi-leonard #nba-investigation

technology4 months ago•1 min saved

Epstein’s Insider Access in Microsoft’s CEO Search

New DOJ documents show Jeffrey Epstein built a Microsoft network spanning two decades, receiving insider updates and offering play-by-play guidance during the 2011 CEO search as Steve Ballmer faced pressure, underscoring his access to succession talks and other business discussions involving Gates Foundation advisers.

via The New York Times|

#bill-gates #ceo-search #epstein

sports9 months ago•3 min saved

Clippers and Kawhi Leonard: Inside the Turmoil and Financial Controversies

The Los Angeles Clippers purchased around $56 million in carbon credits from Aspiration, which may have been used to circumvent salary cap rules related to Kawhi Leonard's payments. The team claims these purchases were part of their environmental efforts, but an investigation into the financial dealings involving owner Steve Ballmer, Leonard, and Aspiration is ongoing, with potential implications for the team and players.

via Hoops Rumors|

#aspiration #carbon-credits #clippers

sports9 months ago•3 min saved

Clippers' Kawhi Leonard Era Under Scrutiny as Ballmer's Payments Come to Light

The Los Angeles Clippers, led by Steve Ballmer, invested $118 million in Aspiration over 18 months, with some funds linked to Kawhi Leonard's endorsement deal and carbon offset projects. The organization denies any salary cap circumvention, and the NBA is investigating the matter.

via Bleacher Report|

#aspiration #clippers #kawhi-leonard

business10 months ago•2 min saved

Steve Ballmer Adds $10M to Aspiration Investment in March 2023

Steve Ballmer invested an additional $10 million in Aspiration in March 2023, highlighting his ongoing interest in the fintech sector.

via RealGM|

#2023 #aspiration #business

sports10 months ago•3 min saved

Steve Ballmer's Additional $10M Investment in Kawhi Leonard's Sponsor Raises Questions

Steve Ballmer made a second $10 million investment into Aspiration, a failing company linked to Kawhi Leonard's endorsement deal, amid ongoing NBA investigations into potential salary cap circumvention and financial misconduct involving the Clippers and Leonard.

via NBC Sports|

#aspiration #clippers-scandal #kawhi-leonard

business10 months ago•2 min saved

Steve Ballmer's $10M Investment and the Kawhi Leonard Endorsement Controversy

Steve Ballmer invested nearly $10 million in Aspiration in March 2023 amid an NBA investigation into a no-show endorsement deal allegedly given to Kawhi Leonard, which Aspiration is accused of using to circumvent salary cap rules. The investment followed previous large investments by Ballmer and other Clippers officials, with the league seeking to determine if any impropriety occurred. Ballmer claims he was duped by Aspiration, whose co-founder pleaded guilty to fraud.

via New York Post|

#aspiration #business #investment

sports10 months ago•10 min saved

NBA Commissioner Adam Silver Addresses Clippers, Kawhi Leonard, and League Changes

The NBA is investigating allegations that the Los Angeles Clippers, owned by Steve Ballmer, engaged in salary cap circumvention related to Kawhi Leonard's endorsement deal, raising concerns about league rules enforcement and potential penalties such as fines or draft pick losses.

via SB Nation|

#clippers #kawhi-leonard #nba

sports10 months ago•11 min saved

NBA Investigates Kawhi Leonard and Clippers' Cap Circumvention Allegations

The NBA is investigating the Los Angeles Clippers over allegations that they used a sponsorship deal to circumvent salary cap rules by paying Kawhi Leonard millions of dollars without proper contractual disclosure, which could lead to severe penalties if proven true. The investigation is ongoing, and the league is examining evidence to determine the extent of the alleged misconduct.

via The Ringer|

#clippers-scandal #kawhi-leonard #nba-investigation

sports10 months ago•2 min saved

Steve Ballmer Deflects on Kawhi Leonard’s Controversial $48 Million Endorsement

Steve Ballmer defended the Clippers amid allegations of salary cap circumvention involving Kawhi Leonard and Aspiration, claiming no malfeasance occurred due to timeline discrepancies, while investigations continue.

via Defector|

#aspiration #kawhi-leonard #los-angeles-clippers

sports10 months ago•2 min saved

Steve Ballmer Defends Clippers and Kawhi Leonard Amid NBA Scandal

Steve Ballmer expressed anger and sadness over the Kawhi Leonard scandal involving a controversial endorsement deal with Aspiration, which he claims was a scam and about which he had limited involvement, during an ESPN interview that was unexpectedly moved to ESPN2.

via Sports Illustrated|

#espn-interview #kawhi-leonard #salary-cap

sports10 months ago•3 min saved

Clippers Owner Steve Ballmer Addresses Kawhi Leonard Endorsement Controversies

Los Angeles Clippers owner Steve Ballmer has called for an NBA investigation into allegations that he and Kawhi Leonard circumvented salary cap rules through a $28 million endorsement deal with the company Aspiration, which was later revealed to be involved in a fraudulent scheme. Ballmer claims he was unaware of the negotiations and was duped by the company, which has pleaded guilty to wire fraud, and he faces potential legal consequences.

via New York Post|

#kawhi-leonard #nba-investigation #salary-cap

sports10 months ago•1 min saved

NBA Investigates Kawhi Leonard's Controversial Clippers Deal

Kawhi Leonard reportedly signed a $28 million endorsement deal with bankrupt environmental company Aspiration, backed by Clippers owner Steve Ballmer, and also received $20 million in stock, bringing his total potential earnings to nearly $48 million, raising questions about the deal's transparency and NBA's stance.

via Sports Illustrated|

#aspiration #endorsement-deal #financial-controversy

business2 years ago•6 min saved

"Steve Ballmer's 5 Tips for Success: From Bill Gates' Assistant to 6th Richest Person"

Steve Ballmer, the former CEO of Microsoft and the sixth richest person in the world, celebrates his 68th birthday with a net worth of about $148 billion. His career at Microsoft saw significant growth and success, with a focus on adapting to changing market trends, hiring top talent, rethinking business models, and planning for both short and long-term goals. Ballmer has also ventured into philanthropy and entrepreneurial endeavors, including owning the NBA's Los Angeles Clippers and investing in initiatives to support economic mobility and Black-owned businesses.

via Fortune|

#billionaire #business #microsoft

technology2 years ago•2 min saved

"Tech CEOs' Take on Apple's Vision Pro: Zuckerberg's Critique and Praise"

Mark Zuckerberg's Instagram video claiming that Meta Quest 3 is "better period" than Apple's Vision Pro has drawn comparisons to Steve Ballmer's dismissive comments about the iPhone. Many view Zuckerberg's video as predictably self-serving, with some describing it as his "Steve Ballmer moment." In the video, Zuckerberg expressed surprise at Quest 3's superiority over Vision Pro for most users, citing affordability and functionality. The comparison to Ballmer's infamous iPhone remarks raises questions about the potential impact of Zuckerberg's comments on Meta's reputation.

via 9to5Mac|

#apple #mark-zuckerberg #meta