Clippers name interim governor to replace Steve Ballmer during one-year suspension over Kawhi Leonard deal
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The Los Angeles Clippers have temporarily replaced owner Steve Ballmer with John S. Gibson, who steps in as the team's interim CEO and governor. Ballmer, who has owned the franchise since 2014, was handed a one-year suspension by the NBA.
The league's disciplinary action against Ballmer and the organization stems from a ruling regarding salary cap circumvention connected to a deal involving player Kawhi Leonard.
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Same story, different emphasis — here's what each outlet chose to lead with.
KTLA 5 (Los Angeles, US) (US)Focuses on the executive title change and Ballmer's history since 2014.
CBS Sports (US)Emphasizes the specific NBA punishment for cap circumvention over the Kawhi Leonard deal.