What happened: The 2019 trade that sent Paul George to the Los Angeles Clippers for the pick package that became Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has grown costlier after the NBA's findings on Clippers CBA violations. The league added five forfeited first-round picks spanning the 2029-2033 drafts, a $30 million fine and a one-year suspension for owner Steve Ballmer.

Why it matters: The added penalties widen the gap between what the Clippers gave up in the original deal and what they received, with the full account now running to 10 first-round picks and two pick swaps. The tally has renewed comparisons to other lopsided trades in league history.

What to watch: Watch for the league's formal timeline on redistributing the forfeited picks and any further findings tied to the CBA violations.