Get smart ... about free agency in the NBA
Article Abstract:
The player auction that took place during the summer of 1996 under the NBA free agency system demonstrated the greed of both the players and the teams. For example, Shaquille O'Neal accepted the $120 million offer from the Los Angeles Lakers, and the Lakers immediately increased ticket prices.
Publication Name: Sport
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0038-7797
Year: 1996
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Jamal Mashburn
Article Abstract:
Jamal Mashburn of the Dallas Mavericks believes that the team has been improved since the departure of coach Quinn Buckner. Mashburn, who plays forward for the Mavericks, is a young player with tremendous potential. A trip with Mashburn to a televised talk show is described.
Publication Name: Sport
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0038-7797
Year: 1996
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Get smart ... about the Player of the Year
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Olympic gold medalist Michael Johnson beat out golfing phenomenon Tiger Woods to become Get Smart Player of the Year. Johnson is the first runner to win gold medals in the 200-meter/400-meter races and set a new time record for the 200-meter race.
Publication Name: Sport
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0038-7797
Year: 1997
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