6) Brooklyn Nets (Value: $1.5 billion)

Revenue: $212 million

The Brooklyn Nets posted the biggest loss in NBA history last year due to its high payroll, huge debt and low local TV deal. Currently the team is valued at $1.5 billion. They earned a revenue of $212 million. The operating loss was $99 million.

5) Los Angeles Clippers (Value: $1.6 billion)

Revenue: $146 million

The Los Angeles Clippers is valued at $1.6 billion. The team earned a revenue of $146 million and operating income of $20 million. Former Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer purchased the team in August 2014 for $2 billion.