Los Angeles, CA, September 2, 2026 — The National Basketball Association (NBA) has issued a one-year suspension to Steve Ballmer, the owner of the Los Angeles Clippers. The disciplinary action is reportedly connected to a salary cap probe that involved player Kawhi Leonard.

The specifics of the NBA’s findings in the salary cap probe were not detailed in the announcement. The investigation’s scope and the exact nature of the violation leading to Mr. Ballmer’s suspension remain undisclosed.

Ballmer, who purchased the Clippers in 2014, will be unable to participate in league activities or business matters for the duration of the one-year ban. The Los Angeles Clippers organization has not yet issued a statement regarding the suspension or its implications for team operations.

Information regarding any potential fines associated with this probe or the suspension was not provided. Similarly, details concerning the timeline of the salary cap probe or when the alleged infraction occurred have not been made public.

The NBA has not released further details on the extent of Kawhi Leonard’s involvement in the probe beyond his being mentioned as part of the investigation’s focus. The league office has not commented on whether this action impacts the Clippers’ roster or future player acquisitions.

This suspension marks a significant disciplinary measure against an NBA owner. The league office typically handles such matters with confidentiality until official announcements are made, often providing limited information regarding the underlying reasons for penalties levied against team personnel.


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