Clips Valued at $2 Billion - Putting it in perspective (1 Viewer)

[SIDA!]

I think there is a lot of merit to the posts suggesting that Ballmer is making a vanity purchase and that he is so rich that it goes beyond numbers. I think there are a lot of things factoring into the decision as already mentioned here. I am sure the guy wants to be an owner of two championship sports franchises, as well.

I think you're confusing Ballmer with Paul Allan (owner of the Seahawks), another Microsoft guy.

Another factor might be that Ballmer has made plays for basketball franchises in the past, but hasn't been able to buy one (yet).

Ugh. Egg on my face.

Thank you for setting the record straight.

 

[EYLive]

I think there is a lot of merit to the posts suggesting that Ballmer is making a vanity purchase and that he is so rich that it goes beyond numbers. I think there are a lot of things factoring into the decision as already mentioned here. I am sure the guy wants to be an owner of two championship sports franchises, as well.

I think you're confusing Ballmer with Paul Allan (owner of the Seahawks), another Microsoft guy.

Another factor might be that Ballmer has made plays for basketball franchises in the past, but hasn't been able to buy one (yet).

He also might have some silent backers in Seattle that want to see a team back there.

Even the ever optimistic (snicker) people of Seattle know there's no chance of this.

right?

That would be a great way to instantly cut the franchise's value in half.