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The Los Angeles Clippers turned the chapter on Donald T. Sterling era with a lavish and high energy introduction of new owner Steve Ballmer.
Ballmer a former CEO with Microsoft is well known for his energy and high-power introductions made his way to the stage with Eminem’s classic single “Lose yourself” off the motion-picture “8-mile”.
The Clippers, Chris Paul, Blake Griffin and DeAndre Jordan and head coach Doc Rivers welcomed the new owner with high-praise after making threats not to play for the Clippers if Sterling stayed in control after his racist remarks.
Ballmer went on to discuss his love for the basketball and his love for the city of Los Angeles.
