NBA ‘Bad Boy’ Wants Players to Do as He Says, Not as His Teams Did
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NBA ‘Bad Boy’ Wants Players to Do as He Says, Not as His Teams Did

Joe Dumars was on the 1980s Detroit Pistons teams known for their hard fouls. But players and coaches who step out of line today can expect fines and suspensions — from him.
NBA Season Preview: The Nets and the Lakers Are the Wild Cards
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NBA Season Preview: The Nets and the Lakers Are the Wild Cards

Newly healthy stars and rising young players could shift the power dynamics in both conferences. But if the Nets and the Lakers can recover from off-season drama, they may be the teams to beat.