Quote of the Day
align="center">“That’s a sad commentary on the other leagues.”
— Mavericks Owner Mark Cuban, in response to Michael Eisner saying that compared to people who run other leagues, David Stern is the best (CNBC, 10/23).
Top Stories
- Hoop du Jour
The NBA season tips off a week from today, but there is already plenty of business news around the sport. Among today’s highlights: David Stern says Spalding’s new composite game ball will be put in play next week; Lenovo takes the wraps off its NBA sponsorship; teams grapple with luxury tax; Stern heads list of SPORTSBUSINESS JOURNAL’s 20 Most Influential in pro basketball; and a SACRAMENTO BEE editorial takes issue with the Maloofs flaunting their extravagant lifestyle in an ad for Carl’s Jr.
NBA Gears Up For Upcoming Season
Shoulders
Of Giants
ESPN pulls 11.4 overnight for “MNF,” which could be best cable rating ever.
America’s
Next Top Model?
NASCAR approves use of Chevy Impala for Car of Tomorrow races in ’07.
Midwestern
Union
Game Two provides small spark for Fox’ lagging MLB ratings.
Save It For
Later
Stars’ Jim Lites says he suggested NHL season run November-July to avoid stiff
competition from other sports.
Between
The White Lines
Russell sees AFL deal as first step in re-establishing sports licensing presence.
Fall Fashion
MLS struggles to draw crowds for playoffs during busy sports period.
The Sports
Leader
George Bodenheimer talks “MNF,” college sports and EOE in Q&A with THE DAILY.
Online Betting
Hiring of Chris Shimojima signals renewed effort in e- commerce for Nike.
