1990s NBA – Page 9 – From Way Downtown

Oh Canada: NBA Looks Toward the Great White North, 1994

The NBA is coming to Canada, but the question still hangs high in the air like a John Paxson three-pointer: Will Canada come to the NBA?

Danny Manning: The New Best Thing in L.A., 1993

“Manning is the closest thing to Earvin Johnson in this league,” said Knicks coach Pat Riley, who won four championships with Magic in L.A. “Danny has that level of skill.”

Sir Charles Barkley, 1992

In an era where star athletes dole out their signatures for money, barely nodding or smiling at the purchaser, Barkley is a throwback. He grins and chats, seeking conversations with the littlest ones in the rear who are too shy to call out his name.

Is Shaquille O’Neal the NBA’s Next Franchise Player? 1992

Physically, no one his age has been as impressive since Darryl Dawkins.

Don Nelson: Respect, 1991

Nelson’s mind, always active, always involved, sometimes moves in surprising directions.

Doc Rivers Spills on How to Beat Jordan’s Bulls, 1998

The Bulls dynasty must someday come to an end. In fact, Bulls management itself—in its eagerness to rebuild—may dismantle the team. If that’s the case, this season will be the last to beat Jordan’s Bulls. Here’s how you do it.