Pope of Basketball.

Summary

In December, after three games, Clippers owner Donald Sterling was involved in a major scandal when a recording of a conversation with his girlfriend, Stevie Viano, was leaked. In the recording, he made racist comments about Black players, including derogatory remarks about not wanting Magic Johnson and insisting on renewing contracts for lighter-skinned players like Stephen Curry and Blake Griffin. This incident sparked outrage throughout the NBA, with players and coaches expressing their dissatisfaction. Sterling's comments were condemned by figures including President Obama, and many called for his expulsion from the league. Yang Rui, the Clippers' coach, held a meeting with the team to discuss their response. He advocated for continuing to play rather than boycotting, emphasizing the importance of their fans and their aspirations for a dynasty. He suggested that players refrain from interviews about the scandal, allowing him to manage external communications while waiting for Sterling's downfall. Yang Rui was confident that Sterling's actions would lead to his own self-destruction, paving the way for him to take ownership of the Clippers in the future.

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