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Who Is MOST To Blame? Is Pablo Owed An Apology?
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- Sep 7, 2026
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Summary
The Los Angeles Clippers got rocked by a scandal as owner Steve Ballmer receives a one-year suspension—who really deserves the blame for the Clippers’ rule-breaking saga? Die hard Los Angeles Clippers fan and Host Darian Vaziri breaks down the “blame pie,” scrutinizing Steve Ballmer, Kawhi Leonard and Uncle Dennis, plus executives Gillian Zucker and Lawrence Frank after the NBA’s findings of cap circumvention. Discussion points include the organizational desperation to land Kawhi and Paul George, under-the-table sponsorship deals, and the repercussions for Clippers fans. Key moments highlight the difference between Ballmer’s legacy and Donald Sterling’s, consequences for the franchise’s credibility, and the long-lasting impact on free agency prospects. Darian Vaziri also reacts to investigative journalist Pablo Torre’s reporting and addresses fan backlash in the wake of the scandal. Can the Clippers rebuild trust and compete for a title, or will this controversy define their era?