What happened: Gibson is an accomplished Los Angeles-based lawyer appointed on an interim basis. Steve Ballmer nominated Gibson for the governor and chief executive roles, with NBA approval clearing the appointment.

Why it matters: Interim governance gives the Clippers a designated league representative during a front-office reset. The move follows Silver saying the Clippers case was closed after a $30M fine was paid and the completed Kawhi Leonard move to Toronto.

What to watch: Watch for details on Gibson's authority during the interim period and the timeline for a permanent hire.