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THE STERLING AFFAIRS Part 2: The Opposite of Showtime
Aug 20, 2019
The podcast discusses the rise of the Lakers and their showtime experience in the late 1970s, as well as Donald Sterling's purchase of the San Diego Clippers and his lack of commitment to building a successful team. It also highlights Sterling's uncomfortable interactions with players and his desire for attention and validation.
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- Donald Sterling's focus on saving money over investing in players and facilities earned him a reputation as a cheap and ineffective owner.
- Donald Sterling's invasion of players' personal space, racially insensitive remarks, and disregard for boundaries demonstrated a lack of respect for the players and their dignity.
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Donald Sterling's Purchase of San Diego Clippers
In 1981, Donald Sterling bought the struggling San Diego Clippers franchise for $12.5 million, with the belief that it would eventually be worth much more. His purchase was influenced by a previous NBA sale by Jerry Bus, who had bought the Lakers and transformed them into a successful team. Sterling's acquisition of the Clippers, however, did not bring the desired success to the team. His focus on saving money rather than investing in players and facilities earned him a reputation as a cheap and ineffective owner.
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