Billy Hunter
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break guys image indicative nba people saw wonder
When you saw him break down, that was heartfelt. That was from the heart. Now I wonder what people will say about the image of NBA players. I think this is indicative of where our guys really are.
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When you saw him break down, that was heartfelt. I think this is indicative of where our guys really are.
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When you saw him break down, that was heartfelt,
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When he told me that he was guaranteeing us no less $500,000 and up to a million, I said, 'Cool,'
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The owners must be emboldened by what is happening in ice hockey. Some of them figure they can get the same thing over here. What they have to realize is how much they're going to sacrifice.
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We remain convinced that the NBA does not have the right to unilaterally create new ways to punish teams that want to improve by spending on player salaries. The effect of this decision is to continue to undermine player confidence in the NBA's administration of our collective bargaining agreement.
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Unlike hockey, where nine teams are on the verge of bankruptcy, that's not the case here. The game is popular and it's growing.
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Why is it so difficult to assume that basketball players may not need to use steroids? That it's anathema to what they do?
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We realize some places are impenetrable by land vehicles. We may have to rent a couple of helicopters to fly relief in there.
looking might owners players understand
It's looking like it might be going in that direction. The players can't understand why the owners would go to a lockout. It's suicidal.
bit five games suspension
Five games to me is a bit of a stretch. In the worst-case scenario, I thought a two-game suspension would be sufficient.
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He's obviously concerned about his public perception, concerned with how people perceive and evaluate him. Antonio is a pretty level guy. He's very respectful, very disciplined and extremely close to his family, his wife and children. I can't say anything but positive things about him. And I think he's highly respected around the league.