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The Cautionary Tale of Billy Ray Bates, 1982

People wanted to be seen with him. Billy Ray Bates was invited to parties, chased by women, clutched by hangers-on.

Posted bybobkuskaJune 23, 2022Posted inUncategorizedTags:1980s NBA, Billy Ray Bates, Bucky Buckwalter, Jack Ramsay, Jim Paxson, Jon Wertheim, Portland Trail Blazers, Steve KelleyLeave a comment on The Cautionary Tale of Billy Ray Bates, 1982

Royalty Moves to a New Palace

Cincinnati—birthplace of professional baseball—thrust its name into another major league sport this winter as it becomes home to an entry in the National Basketball Association.

Posted bybobkuskaMay 23, 2021Posted inUncategorizedTags:Bobby Wanzer, Cincinnati Garden, Cincinnati Royals, Clyde Lovellette, Jack Twyman, Jim Paxson, Les Harrison, Maurice Stokes, Pepper Wilson, Richie Regan, Rochester RoyalsLeave a comment on Royalty Moves to a New Palace
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