The controversial statements of Los Angeles Clippers owner Donald Sterling, that were recorded and now have become the basis of his potentially being banned for life from the NBA and forced to sell his team, one he bought for $12 million dollars but one that may be worth more than one billion dollars provides a backdrop for an examination of the power of commissioners and the law that underpins professional sports leagues in North America.

Who should watch this CLE? Anyone who is interested in sports, property rights and the law of private associations in dealing with members. This is a fascinating story that is sure to be of interest to lawyer, sports fans and just curious observers trying to figure out how all this happens legally.