EPISODE · Sep 7, 2026 · 31 MIN
Who Is MOST To Blame? Is Pablo Owed An Apology?
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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? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!OdooGreat organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at https://Odoo.com/lockedon.IndeedListeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcastBetterhelpThis episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Sign up and get 10% off at https://BetterHelp.com/LOCKEDONNBA.FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Join all the action at https://FANDUEL.COM to play Daily Dingers and make your free pick on who’s hitting a homer this MLB season.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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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?
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