August 10, 2011

More NBA Players look to Europe as lockout drags on

When the NBA lockout first seemed imminent many opined that this labor dispute would last much longer, and be a bit more contentious than the lockout the NFL just went through. Since many owners were actually losing money, and would need players to adjust (see lower) their salaries in order to benefit their bosses, it didn’t take a genius to realize that there was a severe disconnect between each side. Now, more than a month after the lockout began, many players are seriously considering alternative leagues in Europe and Asia, especially considering the shroud of doubt now encompassing the 2011-2012…

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