Negligible risks at best. They are risks worth taking considering the benefits to both the NBA and the NCAA. Sure, the kids may miss a season of income, but it could improve their career earnings if they form a strong foundation in college. Im all for this.
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Thank you this is good news. I always felt they should make it two years or just let them come straight out of HS. Two years is great for College bball.
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Oh, well. So much for tanking and hoping for two lottery picks! I say shoot for the playoffs, get that NJ pick obligation out of the way, and just use the mid-first rounder they'll get from NY.
mcten Dave McMenamin Spoke to a player who wanted to know the details of the new deal. He's ready to vote 'No,' unless he sees drastic changes from last proposal
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That is correct...only majority required! EDIT TO CONFIRM MY STATEMENT: http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/basketball/bulls/ct-spt-1126-bulls-nba-labor--20111126,0,6810924.story
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they also did this for the small market teams. because with shorter contracts the draft team is basically the farm team and the second contract would have been where a players true value is revealed. this way it makes the draft more meaningful.
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Strong foundation? A.K.A. Take a blow off major and cheat in college. When you're a professional NBA basketball the last thing you need to worry about is how educated you are. Force them to play in the D-League or something, but not college. Education and athletics do not mix.
