League of his own: commissioner David Stern turned a sagging NBA into the world's most recognizable sports league

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Stern attributes many of the positive changes in the NBA when he took over in 1984 to groundwork by his predecessor, Larry O'Brien. He says the league must protect its own health and image and maintain the basic integrity of the game. He discusses agents, negative images and the collective bargaining agreement.

Officials and employees, Interview, Professional basketball, National Basketball Association, Basketball (Professional), Stern, David

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Jail Blazers

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The fans are still loyal but the local media highlights every argument the Blazer members have with their coach PJ Carlesimo, and any law infraction no matter how minor. Many of the players come from urban situations of stress, and faced with the superstar syndrome, continue to have problems.

Evaluation, Cases, Behavior, Media coverage, Basketball players, Carlesimo, P.J.J., Portland Trail Blazers, Wallace, Rasheed, Rider, Isaiah, Trent, Gary, Robinson, Cliff

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The Game Room

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The many Chicago Bulls victories have their beginnings in the team's Game Room where films of opposing teams are shown and plans are made for upcoming games. The entire operation is headed by coach Phil Jackson and his assistants. Details from the championship season are presented.

Management, Jackson, Phil, Chicago Bulls

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