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Two NBA lawyers left the law firm representing V. Stiviano Monday ... and sources familiar with the situation tell TMZ Sports ... the lawyers are now convinced -- the racist audio of Donald Sterling is REAL.

NBA lawyer David Anders and another NBA lawyer went to the law office of Mac Nehoray Monday afternoon. Stiviano was also there for the purpose of authenticating the audio.

We're told there was NO doubt by anyone the recording is the real deal. The NBA lawyers heard the 15 minutes that have been made public, but not the remaining 45. And we're told ... based on conversations along with analysis ... they're satisfied about authenticity.

Neither Stiviano nor Anders had comments for our photog as they left the building.

TMZ Sports has also learned ... people who have heard the entire recording say there is "NO DOUBT" Donald Sterling KNEW he was being recorded.

Is it weird for a 26-year-old pro athlete to hang out at a college frat house?

Yes.

But Indianapolis Colts punter Pat McAfee had a pretty good excuse ... $10,000.

TMZ Sports has learned ... McAfee was part of a charity auction to raise money for ChuckStrong --a cancer research fundraising organization started by Colts head coach Chuck Pagano.

We're told the person who bought McAfee was an Indianapolis woman who decided to gift Pat to her son ... who happens to be a student at Purdue University. In fact, he's a frat boy.

So, the college kid did what any good frat bro would do ... he used the prize to order Pat to the Kappa Sigma frat house ... where the NFL player kicked it with a bunch of the brothers.

Pat tells us he had a blast at Kappa Sig -- telling stories about when he was "young and dumb" ... and even drank half-a-beer ... because ... well, when in Rome ...

We asked if he partied with the guys that night ... and he told us very simply, "I'm too old for that stuff, especially after getting arrested."

Of course, Pat's referring to his 2010 public intoxication arrest ... when he jumped into a canal near a bar he had been drinking at. But clearly, those days are behind him.

As for the frat experience ... Pat says there's no better way to raise money for a good cause and says, "It was a pretty hilarious evening."

L.A. Clippers owner Donald Sterling told his GF he does NOT want her bringing black people to his games ... including Magic Johnson ... and it's ALL on tape.

TMZ Sports has obtained audio of Sterling making the racist declaration during a heated argument on April 9th with V. Stiviano ... after she posted a photo on Instagram posing with Magic.

Sterling rails on Stiviano -- who ironically is black and Mexican -- for putting herself out in public with a black person (she has since taken the pic down). But it doesn't end there. You have to listen to the audio to fully grasp the magnitude of Sterling's racist worldview. Among the comments:

-- "It bothers me a lot that you want to broadcast that you’re associating with black people. Do you have to?" (3:30)

-- "You can sleep with [black people]. You can bring them in, you can do whatever you want. The little I ask you is not to promote it on that ... and not to bring them to my games." (5:15)

-- "I’m just saying, in your lousy f******* Instagrams, you don’t have to have yourself with, walking with black people." (7:45)

-- "...Don't put him [Magic] on an Instagram for the world to have to see so they have to call me. And don't bring him to my games." (9:13)

Sterling has a documented history of allegedly racist behavior -- he's been sued twice by the federal government for allegedly refusing to rent apartments to Blacks and Latinos.

He was also sued by former Clippers exec Elgin Baylor for racial discrimination -- though a jury was ultimately not convinced and shot down Baylor's case.

Sterling has been separated from his wife Shelly for years. She remains a key player in running the team and sources tell us she's "mortified" by Sterling's comments.

We have made several calls to Sterling and his people ... so far, no word back.

Donald Sterling's son-in-law, Director of Basketball Administration for the Clippers who helps run the day-to-day operation of the team, tells TMZ Sports what his father-in-law did is ignorant and racist ... and if that costs him his job ... so be it.

Here are the words of his son-in-law Eric Miller:

"I find the statements and representations made by the Clippers' team owner to be deplorable and disgusting. There is no room in sports or society in general, for racism."

Miller goes on: "I pledge my full support for the wonderful players, coaches and staff members of the Clippers organization. I have complete faith that Commissioner Silver will deal with this matter swiftly and severely."

And then Miller says, "If these comments should happen to cost me my employment with the team, it is but a small price to pay to speak out against ignorance and racism."

Donald Sterling just can't catch a break ... now, the embattled Clippers owner is being sued by a woman who claims she was badly injured in a parking lot he owns.

Roselee Fagan filed a lawsuit in L.A. claiming she was walking through a parking structure in Hollywood back in February when she tripped on an uneven concrete service and fell down ... causing "severe and permanent physical and bodily injuries."

Fagan also claims the lighting in the structure sucked and created a hazard ... and blames Sterling for not posting a sign warning people to watch out for uneven surfaces.

The entire Miami Heat basketball team is warming up with their shirts inside out ... to show their support for the Los Angeles Clippers.

Everyone from Chris Bosh to Dwyane Wade and even LeBron James took part in the display of solidarity that took place in Charlotte before they took on the Bobcats.

Portland Trail Blazers owner Paul Allen just joined a growing number of white NBA execs finally blasting Donald Sterling -- calling his racist rant unacceptable in pro sports.

The Microsoft co-founder (and multi-billionaire) said, "The kind of statements attributed to Clippers owner Donald Sterling, if true, are abhorrent, and not acceptable for the owner of an NBA franchise."

Allen added, "We at the Trail Blazers reject any and all such sentiments."

Earlier today ... Washington Wizards owner Ted Leonsis said, "Hate speech demonstrates an ignorance that is unacceptable, and I implore all of us to help eliminate any form of discrimination."

Before today ... Michael Jordan was the only owner to speak out against Sterling's comments.

So much for V. Stiviano's claims she was NEVER Donald Sterling's girlfriend ... her own court documents say she was a prop to show off the Clippers owner's "sexual prowess."

TMZ broke the story, Stiviano has been denying she was ever Sterling's girlfriend -- telling people she was simply his "archivist" for years and things never progressed beyond work-related interactions.

But Stiviano says the opposite in new court docs -- claiming she's been Sterling's sexy sidepiece for 4 years, much to the mortification of Sterling's wife Shelly.

The documents -- filed this month in connection with Shelly's lawsuit against V. claiming she duped Donald into showering her with more than $2 mil in gifts -- say the relationship between V. and Donald was "neither [a] hidden, closeted, nor a clandestine 'affair' at any time," adding it was "open notorious, obvious and long standing."

The woman scolded by Donald Sterling for publicly associating with African Americans was arrested for DUI ... with a black celeb in the passenger seat ... TMZ Sports has learned.

V. Stiviano was arrested in 2012 for drunk driving in Los Angeles. Her passenger was Brandon Mychal Smith ... who starred in Disney's "Sonny with a Chance."

Stiviano was driving the red Ferrari that Sterling gave her and which is now the subject of a lawsuit where Shelly Sterling claims V. deceived the old man into giving her more than $2 mil in gifts.

Coincidentally ... today is the day she has to prove to a court she did her community service.

Stiviano pled no contest to reckless driving and was put on 3 years probation ... which means she's still on the hook.

The NBA owners can NOT band together to force Donald Sterling to sell the Los Angeles Clippers ... multiple well-connected league sources tell TMZ Sports.

We're told ... the NBA has the power to fine and suspend Sterling for the racist comments he made during a conversation posted on TMZSports.com, but neither the owners nor the league can force a sale.

Billionaire real estate developer Rick Caruso says he's ready and willing to buy the L.A. Clippers if Donald Sterling gets the boot -- telling TMZ Sports he already has a team of investors ready to pounce.

Caruso -- who made a run to purchase the L.A. Dodgers back in 2012 -- tells us ... "If [The Clippers] become available, I would absolutely be interested."

Rick notes, "We have a group still together from when we looked at the Dodgers ... and if it makes sense, I'll take a shot at it."

While Sterling has not expressed any plans to sell the Clips, Caruso believes it's something D.S. absolutely HAS to do ... for the sake of the players, the fans and the league.

Caruso says he knows there will be a lot of people looking to buy the squad, but believes he's in a strong position to make the deal ... if it becomes available.

The woman who taped Donald Sterling has been accused by the NBA of extorting the Clippers owner ... and she also taped hours of conversations which could be a crime if she didn't tell him in advance -- so it's baffling that V. Stiviano just showed up at the L.A. County D.A.'s office.

Sources connected with Stiviano tell us ... she didn't go there over a case, but to "visit friends." We're told she worked at the D.A.'s office as an intern a few years back and she just wanted to see some old pals ... yes, it's bizarre.

And if she's just visiting ... why is she carrying a briefcase?

Kia is joining the growing list of sponsors who are pulling the plug on their sponsorship of the Los Angeles Clippers ... TMZ Sports has learned.

A rep for the car company -- which has an advertising campaign built around Clippers star Blake Griffin -- released a statement to TMZ Sports, saying. "The comments allegedly made by Clippers owner, Donald Sterling, are offensive and reprehensible, and they are inconsistent with our views and values."

The statement continues, "We are suspending our advertising and sponsorship activations with the Clippers. Meanwhile, as fans of the game of basketball, our support of the players and the sport is unwavering.”

As TMZ Sports first reported, CarMax, Virgin America and State Farm have all pulled their advertising dollars from the team following Donald Sterling's racist remarks.

12:30 PM PT -- Add LoanMart to the list -- a rep tells TMZ Sports, "The statements allegedly made by Donald Sterling are completely inconsistent with the views and ethics of the LoanMart organization. As a result, LoanMart is suspending our advertising and sponsorship activities for the Los Angeles Clippers."

11:12 AM PT -- Now Amtrak's out too. A rep for the train company tells us the company's sponsorship expired at the end of the regular season, and it's now working to remove ALL advertising assets from the market in the wake of the Sterling audio.

The rep tells us, "Amtrak believes the language used is unacceptable and is inconsistent with our corporate belief to treat everyone with integrity and dignity."

The L.A. Clippers just got another first class ticket to Dumpsville -- a rep for Virgin America tells TMZ Sports, the airline has officially decided to discontinue its sponsorship of the team.

The rep tells us, "While we continue to support the fans and the players, Virgin America has made the decision to end its sponsorship of the L.A. Clippers."

**WARNING -- THE FOLLOWING POST CONTAINS SERIOUS "GAME OF THRONES" SPOILERS ... GOOD ONES, TOO ... PROCEED WITH CAUTION**

Atlanta Falcons great Jamal Anderson -- the creator of the Dirty Bird -- is a HARDCORE "Game of Thrones" fan ... like, borderline obsessed.

So, when we asked him to put together a Monday morning "GoT" recap, dude was ALL ABOUT IT.

Soooo ... without further ado, here's Jamal's breakdown of last night's ep "Oathkeeper"

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"Always keep your foes confused. If they don't know who you are, or what you want, they can't know what you plan to do next." - Lord Baelish

We begin this week with Dany's continuing quest to free slaves in every city she conquers. Once again, no dragons this week. except for her sigil. Another city is in her hands. Her army is growing, her confidence is growing. Her dragons are growing ... LOOK OUT!!!

Enter Jaime Lannister training with Bronn. Sometimes the least likely people can remind you who has your back. Well done, Bronn.

With a nudge from Tyrion's bodyguard, Jaime finally visits his brother. They have always had an interesting bond. Jaime is one of the more fascinating characters on this show, his evolution continues.

Cut to Littlefinger & Sansa ... "We're on a boat!!!"

Remember last week I said look out Sansa! My advice hasn't changed a bit. "Littlefinger" Baelish is of course weaving his web on Sansa. One way to keep Sansa in check, make her think she was a part of King Joffrey's murder. Littlefinger at his finest.

Lady Olenna Tyrell, you've got to watch that one. Steering Margaery to a new king's bed, while admitting to disposing of another. Good student Margaery does just as her Matriarch instructs, and the look on Tomlin's face said it all. Of course the future king is enamored by her visit, let's hope for her sake he does keep his secrets. Ambition, indeed.

Sir Jaime Lannister, living up to his name with his recent acts. First, a sword with Valarian steel, then a new suit of armor. Clearly, Jaime has developed a rare connection with Brienne of Tarth.

Although noble intent, sending Brienne on a quest to find Sansa Stark with Podrick serves two purposes. One, he knows they (Brienne/Podrick) aren't safe in Kings Landing. Jaime also knows Sansa isn't safe on the run. Sir Jaime, what shall you do next?

We close this week with the Knight's Watch, a proper mess right now. Where do I start?

They don't really have enough men to properly defend Castle Black. They have a mutiny on their hands at Crasters Keep. Mance Rayder's army is headed from them. Oh yeah, they've also got a spy at Castle Black tracking John Snow to find his brothers. To make matters better, or worst, Brandan Stark is now captured at Craster's Keep.

My vote for most painful scene this week -- Hodor, chained around the neck getting poked and stabbed. Cold World.

For the past several seasons, there have been close connections where Stark children have come close, but have missed each other in passing along their travails. It appears we may get a meeting of Stark children soon?

Finally, we close this weeks episode with a haunting view of how White Walkers are created! Remember that proper mess I mentioned at Castle Black? Well, add White Walkers to their problems.

State Farm has suspended its relationship with the L.A. Clippers -- telling TMZ Sports they are "taking a pause" to assess the situation in light of the Donald Sterling audio.

A rep for State Farm -- which famously features Clippers superstar Chris Paul in an ad campaign -- tells us, "While those involved sort out the facts, we will be taking a pause in our relationship with the organization."

"We are monitoring the situation and we’ll continually assess our options."

The rep adds, "We have a great relationship with Chris Paul and will continue supporting the Born to Assist advertising campaign involving Chris and now other NBA players."