After TMZ released an audio of donald sterling and girlfriend, v.stiviano, he said racist comments castigating his girlfriend for posting photos of black people(Magic Johnson) on her instagram page. Los Angeles Clippers Owner, Donald Sterling has been banned from the NBA for life . NBA Commissioner Adam Silver said…
[Donald's remarks are] contrary to the principles of inclusion and respect that form the foundations of our diverse, multi-cultural, and multi-ethnic league… I am banning Mr. Sterling for life from any association with the clippers organization or the NBA — Mr. Sterling may not attend any NBA games or practices, he may not be present at any clippers facility, and he may not participate in any player or personnel decision involving the team… I am also fining Mr. Sterling $2,500,000, the maximum amount allowed under the bylaws of the NBA Constitution.We stand together in condemning Mr. Sterling’s views, they have no place in the NBA.”
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