Donald Sterling, the L.A Clippers owner who was caught on tape making disgusting racist comments to his girlfriend
has been banned for life from the NBA and fined $2.5 million, which is
the max fine that can be imposed under NBA rules. Under the ban, the 81
year old can't go to
games, attend practices, make decisions regarding the team or attend
NBA meetings.
Basketball Commissioner Adam Silver made the announcement this evening Tuesday April 29th, saying the
National Basketball Association will force Sterling to sell the team, which he has owned since the 80's, to another organization.
National Basketball Association will force Sterling to sell the team, which he has owned since the 80's, to another organization.
Silver said Sterling admitted making those comments but showed no
remorse. The commissioner said 'Sentiments of this kind are contrary to
the principles of inclusion &
respect that form the foundation of our diverse, multicultural and
multi-ethnic league.
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