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• It’s the Timberwolves vs. Everybody In LA
According to NBA lore, on the eve of the 2004 playoffs, former NBA commissioner David Stern joked with the media when they asked if the Los Angeles Lakers returning to the Finals would be ideal for him. “I want the Lakers vs. the Lakers,” Stern allegedly told Dan Patrick. I say allegedly because there is no recording of this moment. There are rumors on Reddit and mentions of the event on X....2025
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• 6 sports group chats we’d love to be added to on accident

Photo by Layne Murdoch/NBAE via Getty Images These are the sports group chats we’d love to be added to. If you have been near a computer or looked at your phone in the past 24 hours, odds are you have seen the story about several Trump Administration figures discussing plans for an upcoming military action in a group chat on Signal, the messaging app. However, one of the individuals added ...2025
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• Mark Shapiro: Talent Aspire To Be In Leagues That Are Experts In Storytelling And Building Stars
Mark Shapiro is bringing top names into TKO. On November 6, the TKO group (UFC & WWE) reported $681.2 million dollars in revenue for Q3 of 2024. This number is up big from the previous quarter, which brought in $326.3 million dollars for the company. During TKO's financial results media call, TKO President Mark Shapiro praised Paul Levesque (Triple H), Nick Khan, Dana White, and Lawrence Epstein f...2024
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• How Jerry West became the NBA logo — and why David Stern never admitted to it

David Stern spent 30 years as the NBA's longest-serving commissioner, but he refused to admit the obvious: Lakers legend Jerry West was the inspiration for the logo....2024
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• ‘If you show it, they will watch’: The meaning of Year 28 for the WNBA

Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images How big stars, airtime, and fan consciousness are shaping the WNBA in Year 28. When he was arguably America’s most successful football man, when his beloved Bears were defending champs and the NFL’s first dynasty, George Halas stood in his friend’s office and looked upon the technology that maybe, just maybe, held the key to survival for his still-fledgli...2024
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• Did Dan Gilbert just subtweet NBA refs about the Cavs-Celtics free-throw disparity?

Photo by David Liam Kyle/NBAE via Getty Images Dan Gilbert was (seemingly) not happy the Celtics shot so many more free-throws than his Cavaliers on Monday night, and had a somewhat clever way of (possibly) making that point. Even among NBA owners used to getting their way in every other walk of life, the thing that might set Cavaliers governor Dan Gilbert apart from his peers is his prope...2024
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• Retro Review: The WWE Presidency of Jack Tunney

IMDB A look back at the former WWE President’s (kayfabe) tenure raises questions about his decisions and character. As WWE re-establishes the authority role of General Managers on Raw and SmackDown, longtime fans may recall the days when WWE — then known as the World Wrestling Federation or WWF, for short — was under the watchful eye of Jack Tunney, often referred to as the esteemed Presid...2023
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• Michael Jordan, David Stern shoot down rumor Jordan was suspended for gambling

“I didn’t retire because the league kicked me out or they suspended me for a year and a half. That is not true."...2020
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• NBA All-Star Game jerseys honoring Kobe, Gianna, David Stern revealed
The 2020 NBA All-Star Game this weekend will be played with heavy hearts due to the recent deaths of Kobe and Gianna Bryant, not to mention revered former commissioner David Stern. While it was previously announced that the league would honor Kobe, Gianna and Stern, images surfaced Wednesday that showcase how the jerseys worn by All-Star players will help in paying proper tribute to those lives lo...2020
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• Former NBA commissioner David Stern dies at 77
Former NBA commissioner David Stern has died. Stern died at 77 roughly three weeks after being hospitalized for a brain hemorrhage, as first reported by Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN. Current commissioner Adam Silver issued a statement paying tribute to his predecessor. Stern underwent emergency surgery after collapsing at a restaurant on Dec. 12, but it was not enough to save his life. The former co...2020
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• NBA HOF former commissioner David Stern dies at the age of 77
The NBA said goodbye to a veritable giant on Wednesday when former commissioner David Stern died at the age of 77, per ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski. The NBA released a statement on the death of the former commissioner. As Wojnarowski noted, Stern had been hospitalized and underwent emergency brain surgery last month. Stern spent decades in the NBA, first as an outside counsel for the league. He was n...2020
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• Commissioner Emeritus David Stern Passes Away
Less than a month after suffering a brain hemorrhage that required emergency surgery, former NBA commissioner David Stern has passed away, the league reveals. Stern was the commissioner of the league during a critical 30-year period of growth prior to his retirement in 2014. After taking the realm in 1984, Stern worked tirelessly to grow […] The post Commissioner Emeritus David Stern Passes ...2020
• Former NBA commissioner David Stern remains in serious condition following surgery for brain hemorrhage
Stern, 77, reportedly collapsed at a Manhattan restaurant on Thursday and was rushed into emergency surgery...2019
• Stern remains in serious condition after surgery
Former NBA commissioner David Stern remains in serious condition is "receiving great care" and is "surrounded by his loved ones," the NBA said in a statement Tuesday....2019
• David Stern in critical condition after undergoing surgery for brain hemorrhage
Former NBA commissioner David Stern underwent emergency surgery last week after suffering a brain hemorrhage, and he remains in serious condition. The NBA announced in a statement on Tuesday that Stern is still under the care of doctors and his condition is considered critical. Stern reportedly collapsed while eating at a restaurant in Manhattan last Thursday. He was rushed to the hospital and has...2019
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• Late David Stern receives numerous tributes
David Stern died on Wednesday, three weeks after suffering a brain hemorrhage at a restaurant on Dec. 12. The 77-year-old former NBA commissioner was remembered fondly by many and praised for all he did to grow the NBA into a successful league. Stern received numerous tributes online and widespread acclaim upon his death. Here is a look at many of those tributes: Here is Jeremy Schaap’s story on S...2020
• Former NBA commissioner David Stern dies at 77
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• Former NBA commissioner David Stern remains in serious condition following surgery for brain hemorrhage
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• David Stern in critical condition after undergoing surgery for brain hemorrhage
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• Former NBA commissioner David Stern remains in 'serious condition'
The NBA has issued an update on former commissioner David Stern, who underwent emergency surgery last week after suffering a brain hemorrhage. According to the league, Stern remains in “serious condition.” “He is receiving great care and surrounded by his loved ones,” the NBA’s statement reads. “The Sterm family and everyone at the NBA appreciate the incredible outpouring of support. Our thoughts ...2019
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• Former NBA commissioner David Stern hospitalized after brain memorrhage
Former NBA commissioner David Stern was hospitalized on Thursday after suffering a sudden brain hemorrhage, the league announced (link via Jeff Zillgitt of USA Today). Stern reportedly collapsed at a restaurant in Manhattan on Thursday afternoon and was rushed to a New York City hospital, where he underwent emergency brain surgery. Stern, 77, was named the NBA’s commissioner in 1984 and held the p...2019
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• Former NBA commissioner David Stern suffers brain hemorrhage, rushed into emergency surgery
Stern reportedly collapsed at a Manhattan restaurant on Thursday...2019
• Former NBA commissioner David Stern undergoes emergency surgery for brain hemorrhage
Former NBA commissioner David Stern underwent emergency surgery on Thursday for a brain hemorrhage, current commissioner Adam Silver said in a statement. Stern was eating at a restaurant in Midtown Manhattan when he collapsed. He was rushed to the hospital for emergency attention. Stern, 77, was the league's commissioner from 1984-2014. He succeeded Larry O’Brien and was followed by Silver....2019
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• 2016 Hall of Famers Yao Ming, Allen Iverson, Shaq Transcended NBA Stardom
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"The owner uproar was so great that commissioner David Stern ended up vetoing the deal, eventually agreeing to a separate trade to send Paul to the Clippers."

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"” That’s a lot different than his predecessor, the late David Stern, who ruled the NBA with an […] The post Amico: Adam Silver’s NBA Is Falling From Grace appeared first on Hoops Wire."

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"David Stern Once Rapped Allen Iverson’s ‘Terrible’ Song Back to Him in Commissioner’s Office"

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"Iverson claimed the album, titled Misunderstood, was one of several factors that caused tensions with David Stern."

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"The Lakers star’s latest appearance on the Million Dollaz Worth of Game podcast was eye-opening in that Melo revealed an ominous threat made against him by former NBA commissioner […] The post Lakers’ Carmelo Anthony spills huge conspiracy theory on David Stern, NBA appeared first on ClutchPoints."

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"David Stern, the NBA commissioner who oversaw the sport's biggest stage for three decades, has died, the NBA announced in a statement on Wednesday."

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"Former NBA commissioner David Stern suffers brain hemorrhage, rushed into emergency surgery"

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"This started under former NBA Commissioner David Stern, but has increased even more with a progressive Adam Silver manning that post in recent years."

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"The post David Stern Says Medical Marijuana Should Be Allowed in the NBA appeared first on SLAMonline."

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""Thank God that David Stern brought me back."

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""He was an early entrant into the hip-hop era," former NBA Commissioner David Stern says of Iverson."

2014
"—Mark Smoyer, Bleacher Report Managing Editor David Stern Gifts the Clippers Chris Paul Chris Paul should've been on the Lakers."

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• ‘If you show it, they will watch’: The meaning of Year 28 for the WNBA
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• Adam Silver: I'm Not Anti-Dynasty, You Want Them Created With A Level Playing Field

Whereas David Stern presided over the NBA with multiple dynasty periods, Adam Silver's tenure has been marked by a number of measures focused on increasing parity. This season, there are 13 teams with between 44 and 49 wins. "I'm thrilled with the level of competition, and I think what fans ultimately want is to see great competition across the league," Silver said following the Board of Governor...2024
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• NBA Commissioner Adam Silver Finalizing Contract Extension

NBA commissioner Adam Silver is finalizing a contract extension. Silver's extension is expected to run through the end of the decade. Silver has been the NBA's commissioner since David Stern retired in 2014. Prior to becoming commissioner, Silver had served as the NBA's deputy commissioner for eight years....2024
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• Pete Carroll vs. the challenge flag, Part 1
don’t make me throw the red handkerchief | Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports Has he earned the right to throw it whenever? First in a series on commonly held Seahawks myths! Because why? You know why. It’s the driest trough of the offseason, the Meh-riners are vacillating between very watchable and very not, Kraken hockey is still months away, the Storm have bottomed out, even the Sounders are in...2023
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• Learning from the success of others: What can the New York Jets learn from the Denver Nuggets?
Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports What lessons can the Jets learn from other champions? While the New York Jets currently hold the longest standing playoff drought across major American sports, the Denver Nuggets now hold the shortest drought among all league champions after beating the Miami Heat on Monday to secure the franchise’s first NBA title. Obviously the NBA is very different from the N...2023
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• Adam Silver reveals progressive plan to reverse 2005 David Stern mandate
Back in 2005 when the late David Stern was still the NBA commissioner, the league increased the age limit of entering the draft from 18 to 19. Under Adam Silver, though, things could change soon and return to what it was before. Speaking in Las Vegas in his news conference after a meeting with the […] The post Adam Silver reveals progressive plan to reverse 2005 David Stern mandate appeared ...2022
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• Omri Casspi, first Israeli NBA player, retires

Then-NBA commissioner David Stern – according to Omri Casspi – smiled wider than usual when announcing the Kings drafting Casspi No. 23 in 2009....2021
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• Former NBA commissioner David Stern hospitalized after brain memorrhage
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• Mark Shapiro: Talent Aspire To Be In Leagues That Are Experts In Storytelling And Building Stars
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• ‘If you show it, they will watch’: The meaning of Year 28 for the WNBA
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• Knicks owner James Dolan paid for David Stern’s memorial services
There are very few team owners in professional sports history who have faced more criticism than James Dolan, and the majority of it is deserved. However, the New York Knicks boss deserves credit for a kind gesture he made this week. A memorial service was held for former NBA commissioner David Stern at Radio City Music Hall in New York on Tuesday. The venue is owned by Dolan’s company, The Madiso...2020
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• Shaquille O’Neal recalls David Stern’s great line about ‘Hack-a-Shaq’
Tributes, remembrances and heartfelt statements of praise continue to emerge as the NBA world eulogizes former commissioner David Stern following his passing earlier this month. Among the myriad league legends who have fondly recalled their interactions with the intelligent, compassionate and witty Stern was Shaquille O’Neal. The Hall of Famer recently shared an amusing story about how the commiss...2020
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• Adam Silver says a lot of NBA players are ‘unhappy’
Probably more so than any league head in the four professional sports, NBA Commissioner Adam Silver is in tune with what his players think. Since taking over for David Stern in that role back in 2014, Silver has made it a priority of his to make sure NBA players are individuals. That they can take stands and give opinions on the biggest issues of the day. This apparently hasn’t helped some overcom...2019
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• Mike D’Antoni took funny shot at David Stern with suspension comment
Mike D’Antoni may now be coaching a Western Conference juggernaut with 65-win upside in the Houston Rockets, but he still has not forgotten about some events that transpired over a decade ago. D’Antoni’s Rockets were involved in a fight with the Los Angeles Lakers on Saturday that resulted in guard Chris Paul being suspended for two games while Lakers Rajon Rondo and Brandon Ingram drew three and ...2018
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• Clippers and Cavaliers Wouldn't Have Today's Stars Without Long-Forgotten Trade
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• Lakers, Nuggets Players Lock Arms During National Anthem Before Preseason Game
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• 2016 Hall of Famers Yao Ming, Allen Iverson, Shaq Transcended NBA Stardom
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• It’s the Timberwolves vs. Everybody In LA
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• Pete Carroll vs. the challenge flag, Part 1
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• Dikembe Mutombo remembers milestone moment with late NBA commissioner David Stern
NBA legend Dikembe Mutombo remains deeply involved in the league despite retiring in 2009. After a stellar career that saw him win four Defensive Player of the Year plums, he has been a staunch advocate of the NBA in his home country of Africa. During his prime, Mutombo, who grew up in Congo, was one […] The post Dikembe Mutombo remembers milestone moment with late NBA commissioner David Ste...2022
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• Kobe Bryant and David Stern receive unorthodox tribute from crowd in Chicago to open up NBA All-Star Saturday
Dwyane Wade and Candace Parker twisted the usual moment of silence in honor of an NBA legend and its former commissioner...2020
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• NBA world mourns the loss of HOF former commissioner David Stern
The NBA lost an icon who will always hold a place in NBA history. On Wednesday, the league announced that Hall of Fame commissioner David Stern died at the age of 77. In the news release, the NBA announced that Stern died following complications after suffering a brain hemorrhage on Dec. 12. Stern spent decades making the NBA better. From his days as General Counsel in 1978 and even more so when h...2020
• Zach Randolph confirms retirement with heartfelt tweet
After announcing his retirement earlier this week, 17-year NBA veteran Zach Randolph took to Twitter early Saturday to confirm the end of his career in a heartfelt post. “I gave this game my all, and it gave everything back and more. Basketball will always be a part of me,” he wrote. “From Marion, to East Lansing, to Portland, NY, LA, Memphis and Sacramento and everyone in between — thank you all ...2019
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• Former NBA commissioner David Stern remains in 'serious condition'
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• Former NBA commissioner Stern dies at 77
David Stern, the NBA commissioner who oversaw the sport's biggest stage for three decades, has died, the NBA announced in a statement on Wednesday. He was 77....2020
• Joey Crawford to Retire After 2015-16 NBA Season: Latest Comments and Reaction
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• An Icon at 40: The Untold Story of Allen Iverson
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• Former NBA commissioner David Stern suffers brain hemorrhage, rushed into emergency surgery
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• Kobe Bryant: ‘Things Would’ve Been Very, Very, Very Different’ With Chris Paul
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• 'I'm Back!': Untold Tales of Michael Jordan's 1st Return to the NBA 20 Years Ago
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• Bleacher Report Remembers the Greatest 'Gifts' in NBA History
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• Ex-NBA commish David Stern defends daily fantasy sports
Ex-NBA commissioner David Stern defended the controversial daily fantasy sports industry at the Sports Business Journal Intercollegiate Athletics Forum in New York on Thursday."The current issues around it are ridiculous,” Stern told reporters. “It's clearly a game of skill."The NBA, which Stern was commissioner of from 1984 to 2014, has embraced daily fantasy sports the most out of the four major...2015
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• Steve Ballmer: Just Your Average, Everyday Billionaire Who Saved the Clippers
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• Mark Shapiro: Talent Aspire To Be In Leagues That Are Experts In Storytelling And Building Stars
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• ‘If you show it, they will watch’: The meaning of Year 28 for the WNBA
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• Did Dan Gilbert just subtweet NBA refs about the Cavs-Celtics free-throw disparity?
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• Amico: Adam Silver’s NBA Is Falling From Grace

Let’s start with this — NBA commissioner Adam Silver is a good man. He is willing to try new things to improve the league, make money, and engage the fans. Silver is also viewed as a “player’s commissioner.” That’s a lot different than his predecessor, the late David Stern, who ruled the NBA with an […] The post Amico: Adam Silver’s NBA Is Falling Fr...2024
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• Pete Carroll vs. the challenge flag, Part 1
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• Learning from the success of others: What can the New York Jets learn from the Denver Nuggets?
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• Magic Johnson at David Stern’s funeral: ‘I’m going to miss my angel’
Former NBA Commissioner David Stern passed away on New Year’s Day at the age of 77 after suffering a intracerebral hemorrhage back in December. Needless to say, Stern’s three-plus decade term as the commish of the Association impacted the lives of many around the basketball world. Some of those closest to Stern paid their respects to the former commissioner during his funeral at Radio City Music H...2020
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• Allen Iverson Addresses His ‘Terrible’ Rap Album
Allen Iverson concedes that his 2010 rap album was straight-up “terrible”. The project, which was ultimately scrapped, was heavily criticized with its lead single “40 Bars” widely labelled sexist and homophobic. Iverson claimed the album, titled Misunderstood, was one of several factors that caused tensions with David Stern. “It wasn’t a great relationship when I did […] The post...2022
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• RUMOR: Danny Ainge’s shocking reaction to Clippers’ 2011 Chris Paul coup on Kobe Bryant, Lakers
Chris Paul’s 2011 move to the Los Angeles Clippers still remains to be one of the most contentious trades in NBA history. The Los Angeles Lakers supposedly already had a deal in place, only for then-NBA commissioner David Stern to veto the deal at the last minute. Danny Ainge, who at that time was the […] The post RUMOR: Danny Ainge’s shocking reaction to Clippers’ 2011 Chr...2022
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• 2016 Hall of Famers Yao Ming, Allen Iverson, Shaq Transcended NBA Stardom
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• The Last Days of Lob City? Inside the Clippers' Latest Playoff Demise
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• David Stern’s strong support of Rick Welts coming out as gay was “a wonderful moment”
In terms of life experience, Rick Welts might be the Forrest Gump of the NBA. Welts invented All-Star weekend as an NBA public relations whiz, marketed the Dream Team, spun Magic Johnson’s HIV announcement, chaired the Steve Nash Suns and is now the president of what he calls the “best basketball team on the planet, maybe the most popular team in sports right now,” the Golden State Warriors. And a...2016
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• The Frozen Envelope: The NBA's Greatest Conspiracy Theory
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• 30 Years Later, NY Knicks' Future Once Again Rides on NBA Draft Lottery
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