Apparently this is a big deal considering the legal ramifications of that trade and the decision of the NBA as an administrative body. The Pelicans could contest the award by going to court and asking for a rescission of contract which would in effect invalidate the Jrue Holiday trade. Considering the likelihood of them winning the case based on the evidence and the NBA decision itself, Nerlens Noel and all the assets the Sixers acquired in trading Elfrid Payton to the Magic (Dario Saric, 2 future second round draft picks from the Knicks (for trading Guillermo Hernangomez to New York -- the 2015 second round pick that was from Orlando) and most likely a 2017 first round pick) shall revert and be awarded to the Pelicans. And of course, Jrue Holiday back to the Sixers...
What evidence again?
And you realize the 3 million dollars would have to be in a settlement right? Which means they couldn't go to court...
The same evidence and proof that the NBA used in determining that the Sixers violated the Collective Bargaining Agreement specifically:
"Health information for all players, including any factors that could affect a player's ability to play basketball at any point in his career. Teams must disclose any relevant health information."
The NBA wouldn't just order the Sixers to dole out $3,000,000 without cause right?
On the other hand, the decision seems more like a fine based on the league by-laws and is not therefore a settlement. Nevertheless, whether it be by commissioner levied penalty, or by impartial or system arbitration, any decision may still be contested in the courts by way of a Certiorari or Judicial Review if the decision is tantamount to an ultra vires act by the body making such a decision...