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How I Would End The NBA Lockout
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Hey people!
Of course, like every other die-hard NBA fan I want to see the NBA now. We have heard all the talk, rumors, and speculation concerning the issue, but most of us figure that these guys are getting paid so just hurry up and play. I can't touch on all the factors, but here are the issues that stand out to me.
If I had any say in this matter, here's what I would say (followed by my explanation):
1. Let the players get the 53%! Why: Because the players sell the tickets, not the owners. How many of us know the owners besides Michael Jordan, Jerry Buss, Mark Cuban, Paul Allen, and whoever our owners of our native cities are? How many of them are seen on TV? The players are on the billboards, not the owners. Yes we understand you fund the players, but the players put money back in your pockets too.
2. I say NO to No Salary Cap. Why: Because then there will only be a few relevant teams in the NBA. New York (Knicks), L.A (Lakers), Boston, Miami, Chicago, Dallas, and believe it or not Charlotte (Who wouldn't want to play for MJ and get cool sneakers in the process?). That would leave the rest of the NBA pretty dull. No insult to the other teams, but who would want to play for a small market city when there are bigger markets with more opportunity and nothing stopping the owners to do whatever it takes financially to get you?
3. Yes on players joining the NBDL up to 5 years. Why: Because a lot of players need development and it is harder to develop prospective talent when a star who rarely gets injured or taken out the game is in the same position. You won't blossom being the backup to Kobe, Kevin Durant, Lebron, Wade, or Melo. And forget it if you are the backup to a recent lottery pick like Brandon Jennings or Stephen Curry who are running things on the court, and aren't going anywhere anytime soon.
4. Allow teams to use the "Michael Finley Rule" (waive him because he's making more than what he should and playing like someone who is getting paid less and writing it off the books instantly) on 2 players per team. Why: because a lot of players got big checks and then played like mid-level exception players. Examples: Erick Dampier, Rashard Lewis.
5. Allow rookies and upcoming starts to get big contracts via extension before their rookie deal expires. Why: Blake Griffin and Derek Rose are playing great ball, but are getting paid on rookie salaries still. Why not reward them by allowing them big extensions that will keep them on their teams if they really want to stay?
That's all I can think of now, but when I think of more, I will continue. I have the letter from David Stern so I will read it and see what I come up with. Until then, later guys!
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