Billy Hunter
Billy Hunter
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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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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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I've never been in love with the luxury tax. I think that goes without saying.
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It doesn't work very well when you try to negotiate during a season.
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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.
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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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I would anticipate that in the event we don't reach an agreement within the next year, there's a strong possibility that we might be locked out again.
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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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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.
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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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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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Our goal is to collectively raise and contribute at least $1 million in aid to the victims.
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I think this is indicative of where our guys really are.