Quote of the Day
align="center">“Is it a good idea to give complete and total autonomy to a group of people, who, in some cases, are astonishingly inept at their jobs?”
— ESPN.com’s Bill Simmons, on the NBA’s new policy for on- court behavior giving referees too much authority (ESPN.com, 11/8).
Top Stories
- The future of Bay Area sports takes a major turn today, as two franchises who have long sought new facilities may be headed elsewhere. S.F. officials say 49ers Owner John York has ended talks for a new stadium in the city and is eyeing Santa Clara. Across the Bay, the A’s firm up plans on a creative partnership with Cisco to build a new ballpark in Fremont that would be largely funded by private development.
49ers' Future In S.F. Uncertain
One Step Forward
adidas to put $64M behind Reebok brand next year.
Whale Watching
Aquilinis buying remaining 50% of Canucks, GM Place.
Globe Trotters
Wasserman Media Group continues acquisition spree with SFX Sports Europe.
Summer School
Nike unveils new model for basketball camps featuring fundamentals, NBA stars.
Whistle Blower
NBPA’s Billy Hunter threatens legal action if on-court conduct policy is not relaxed.
Frost Bytes
THE DAILY goes One-on-One with SI writer, ABA Frost Heaves Owner Alex Wolff.
