Billy Knight
Billy Knight
William R. "Billy" Knightis an American former professional basketball player who most recently served as the Executive Vice President and General Manager of the National Basketball Association's Atlanta Hawks from 2003–08...
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We felt it was needed even if the league hadn't done something. We felt it was necessary because we have a lot impressionable young guys, and we wanted them to have the right impression about the league.
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(Monday) will be the soft opening of a break-out year. I've been hearing a lot of positive things from the community. They're expecting a lot and we're ready to give it to them.
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Now we have a clear picture of where we're going and what we're going to do. We're comfortable with it. There is only one guess. They are only picking one name ahead of ours. They're going to do whatever they're going to do.
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Obviously we are pleased to add Stephen to our team. He's a proven contributor who was a major contributor to San Antonio's championship team last season and he has the versatility to play both wing positions for us.
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We'll wait until the experts can tell us, but there's no comments about any speculating at all that I'm going to do,
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We call it 'be a pro,' ... We think if you look professional, you'll feel professional and you'll have a better chance of being professional.
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At this time, there is a procedural issue regarding the reported deal with Atlanta and Phoenix that needs to be resolved. That's all I can say at this time.
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In a rebuilding situation like we're in, that's a good position to be in. That's not to say something is going to happen just because you have room; at least you have the flexibility to do something if you decide it works for you.
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If you uncover something, then you get into more specific testing. We rely on the medical professionals. Exams don't have to be standardized. Teams are going to do everything that they can to make sure players are going to be all right. That's always at the forefront of what you're doing.
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Those things are good for the league. You want your players to play. The D-League is good for them. (With the age limit) you'll see players coming into the league more finished.
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We will truly miss Jasons personality and his spirit, and he will be in the thoughts and minds of our team and organization forever,
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Everybody took it hard, ... We're all still shocked. It's not something you can prepare for.
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Esteban is an interesting player. He's a good rebounder and is physical around the basket, and those are elements our team needs. We feel he's a guy that can improve and we look forward to working with him.
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Esteban is an interesting player, ... He's a good rebounder, and is physical around the basket, and those are elements our team needs. We feel he's a guy that can improve, and we look forward to working with him.