The dreaded Oct. 4 is only getting closer and closer. As the date draws closer so does the deadline for the players and owners to reach a consensus. So what’s the issue? The NBA last year made around $4 billion in projected revenue. However, the owners are complaining that only eight out of the thirty teams recorded a profit: LA Lakers, New York Knicks, Boston Celtics, Miami … [Read more...] about How much is too much for the NBA?
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Stadium proposals anticipate NFL football
Los Angeles is the city of dreams. However, one dream has eluded LA: an NFL team. Fortunately for those who dream of LA having its own football team and one day rising to acclaim with a Super Bowl title, this dream is getting closer. For the past several years two major companies AEG and Majestic Realty Co. have been in competition over who would build the proposed stadium. … [Read more...] about Stadium proposals anticipate NFL football
Emmanuel Ochenje's big hoop dreams lead to Malibu
When he began his career in basketball, many people said that he would not make it. However, “when you have a dream and work for it, the main thing is to not let anyone discourage you on the way,” said Emmanuel Ochenje, freshman basketball forward from Nigeria. For Ochenje, the path that brought him to Pepperdine was far from smooth. Despite being a freshman, Ochenje has … [Read more...] about Emmanuel Ochenje's big hoop dreams lead to Malibu
Big 12 Conference in trouble
The Big 12 Conference might not be so big anymore, though it has yet to be confirmed that Texas A&M is in full swing to become the newest member of the Southeastern Conference. The Big 12 has historically been compromised of 10 teams located in the central plains and Texas. Texas A&M and Oklahoma State have both been rumored to be leaving the conference for the past … [Read more...] about Big 12 Conference in trouble
Matches prove tough in Ohio
Beginning its series of road trips in Dayton, Ohio, the women’s volleyball team (6-3) competed in the Dayton Marriott Flyer Classic Saturday, Sept. 10. The team first lost to 20th-ranked Michigan 3-2, and then beat 24th-ranked Florida State 3-1. In the first game, the Lady Waves toughed out the loss to Michigan, though they contested Michigan throughout the match. Stealing the … [Read more...] about Matches prove tough in Ohio
