If Knick owner James Dolan loses the civil suit bought by Anucha Browne Sanders, then Dolan may lose more than a few more million dollars, according to the New York Daily News.

According to a code of conduct put into writing last year, NBA Commissioner David Stern has the right to punish an owner or executive for behavior detrimental to the league. And while Stern won't comment on ongoing litigation, the NBA is understandably fed up with the Knicks' ownership. If there is an unfavorable verdict for Dolan, the commissioner surely will summon Dolan to discuss the ramifications.

"He has the right to do something," one league official said of the commissioner, referring to this case. "I'm sure David would deal with it."