David Stern

…Angeles Clippers (after NBA commissioner David Stern controversially vetoed an earlier proposed trade of Paul to the powerhouse Los Angeles Lakers), and the Hornets were sold to Tom Benson, owner of the New Orleans Saints, in 2012. Looking to cement ties with its home city, the franchise changed its name…

Ultimately, the NBA commissioner, David Stern, after consulting various medical professionals, ruled that Johnson competing in the game would not pose a health risk to Johnson himself or to the other players. Johnson would be the 13th player on the typically 12-man squad so that an active player wouldn’t…

…rebounded under the leadership of David Stern, NBA commissioner from 1984, who helped transform it into an international entertainment company. Aggressive marketing highlighted star players such as Magic Johnson, Larry Bird, and, especially, Michael Jordan. Other innovations included league limits on player salaries, lucrative