Clippers played like a bunch of white guys.

I really like Dunkin Donuts coffee.

Maybe he meant don't bring the black guy your having sex with. What kind of crazy relationship does he have, a wife, a girlfriend, a girlfriend who is allowed to have sex with whoever.

Maybe he meant don't bring the black guy your having sex with.

 

Hypothetically playing along and saying that's the case, why does it matter if he's black? That doesn't change what he said at all...

Good article on what can actually be done with Sterling.

 

What's next for NBA in Donald Sterling case from a legal standpoint?

 

 

Step 1 for NBA: Confirming the authenticity of the recording

 

The league's first step is to confirm that the recording is in fact of Sterling and was not doctored in any way. This is an important step because the league has a fiduciary duty to conduct its investigations fairly and consistent with internal rules of procedure. If Sterling were to later sue the NBA, the league would want to establish that it responded responsibly to the allegations before taking any corrective action. In a statement released to TMZ, Clippers president Clippers president Andy Roeser raises the possibility the recording may have been altered and emphasizes Stiviano "is the defendant in a lawsuit brought by the Sterling family alleging that she embezzled more than $1.8 million..."

 

Confirming the authenticity of the recording could prove difficult. The original recording is presumably in the possession of TMZ. The NBA, as a private business, has no subpoena power to force TMZ or any other entity to turn it over. TMZ may be reluctant to share the original recording, especially if it was obtained on the condition that it would not be shared. TMZ may also be reluctant to share the recording because the recording itself could be unlawful.

 

Under California penal law, it is a crime to intentionally record a confidential conversation without the consent of the person or persons being recorded. This type of eavesdropping also empowers victims of the unlawful recording to sue for money damages. TMZ's own exposure to liability is far less than the person or persons who made the recording. TMZ is a media company with broad First Amendment rights, especially on matters that are newsworthy. Still, media companies can be sued for publication of private facts, and Sterling, an attorney by trade, could consider legal action.

 

Clippers players boycotting games

 

Clippers players would send a powerful message to Sterling by boycotting a game. Such a maneuver, however, would be in direct violation of their employment contracts. The players would be suspended by the NBA and potentially face significant fines, especially since the NBA would have to refund money to those fans buying tickets. It is worth noting, however, that Title VII of the Civil Rights Act prohibits employers from fining individuals for opposing discrimination. NBA contracts can also not "contract around" civil rights protections, meaning NBA players who boycott games over an owners' racism may be protected under the law.

 

 

 

Read More: What's next for NBA in Donald Sterling case from a legal standpoint? - NBA - Michael McCann - SI.com

The more I read, the more I'm doubtful anything significant happens to Sterling...

Magic wants to buy the Clippers.

The more I read, the more I'm doubtful anything significant happens to Sterling...

 

Agreed, it's likely to be a long legal battle if they try. Fine and suspension will be my guess but that's pretty much all Silver can do.

Wow...what a story and we know there is a lot more to come. I didn't really know about this dudes background and his litigious nature as well. Sounds like a real piece of work. The guy should just sell the team and fade away, be much better for all around.

Has he offically divorced his wife yet? If not that could also force him to sell.

Magic wants to buy the Clippers.

That would be great, but it would be hard seeing Magic cheering for the Clips against the Lakers!

Hypothetically playing along and saying that's the case, why does it matter if he's black? That doesn't change what he said at all...

 

I never said it did matter and NO it dont change what he said.

I was out of town and away from a computer/TV most of the weekend, so I didn't really understand what was going on.

 

It's a real shame.

 

For those of you saying that you hoped the players wouldn't suit up yesterday, what did you think of their protest?

Trump says Sterling was set up by the girlfriend.

Trump says Sterling was set up by the girlfriend.

 

I'm failing to see how anyone can come to that conclusion. Nothing she did made him make racist comments.