Ferry audio on Deng surfaces
An Audio recording of Hawks GM Danny Ferry’s comments on Luol Deng (pictured) in June does not appear to support the defense that he was reading from a written document.
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Ferry audio on Deng surfaces
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An Audio recording of Hawks GM Danny Ferry’s comments on Luol Deng (pictured) in June does not appear to support the defense that he was reading from a written document.
DeMarcus Cousins nearly throws a punch in U.S. win
![DeMarcus Cousins nearly throws a punch in U.S. win](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/web/20140912080759im_/http://img.washingtonpost.com/rf/image_145x100/WashingtonPost/Content/Blogs/early-lead/201409/Images/DV1864070.jpg)
The U.S. cruised to a FIBA World Cup semifinal win over Lithuania, but it nearly got ugly.
Michael Wilbon says the Wizards could finish third in the East
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PTI host says Washington is ‘right there’ after Cleveland and Chicago.
Local pro and college teams commemorate 13th anniversary of 9/11 with tweets
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Nationals, Redskins and other local teams pay tribute on social media.
Paul George apologizes to domestic violence victims after tweeting about Ray Rice
![Paul George apologizes to domestic violence victims after tweeting about Ray Rice](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/web/20140912080759im_/http://img.washingtonpost.com/rf/image_145x100/WashingtonPost/Content/Blogs/early-lead/201409/Images/paulgeorge1.jpg)
Pacers star says his “intent was not to downplay the situation.“
John Wall’s new signature shoe won’t lack for color
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At least one version of the “J Wall 1” should fit right in with its Halloween release date.
Adam Silver: Danny Ferry shouldn’t be fired
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NBA Commissioner Adam Silver doesn’t believe that Danny Ferry’s “inappropriate and unacceptable remarks” about Luol Deng should result in Ferry losing his job.
Hawks cancel meeting with Atlanta civil rights leaders
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The team takes yet another self-inflicted public relations hit.
New Wizards court design adds more red, with a focus on the ‘dc’ logo
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For the second time in four seasons, the Wizards are making over their court.
Serbia upsets Nenê and Brazil, 84-56, in FIBA World Cup quarterfinals
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Nenê scored four points and grabbed four rebounds in 19 minutes
Barcelona star Gerard Pique and Shakira, with her new baby bump, attend the FIBA World Cup
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Americans may not be watching the international basketball tournament, but the rest of the world is.
The greatest Marvin Barnes stories ever told
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1970s-era player squandered his immense talents on drugs, but he remains one of basketball’s most colorful characters.
Luol Deng responds to Danny Ferry comment
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Hawks GM Ferry’s use of an inflammatory comment about Deng triggered a chain of events that led to a change in the team’s ownership.
Gheorghe Muresan makes guest appearance as ‘Stat Boy’ on PTI
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The former Bullets center does his best Tony Reali impression.
Bruce Levenson’s resignation brings to mind Calvin Griffith’s comments about white and black fans in 1978
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Shirley Povich wrote a brutal takedown of Griffith after 1978 incident.
Atlanta Hawks co-owner called on GM Danny Ferry to be fired in June for racially insensitive remarks
![Atlanta Hawks co-owner called on GM Danny Ferry to be fired in June for racially insensitive remarks](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/web/20140912080759im_/http://img.washingtonpost.com/rf/image_145x100/WashingtonPost/Content/Blogs/early-lead/201409/Images/ferry.jpg)
Racially insensitive remarks made by Ferry during a scouting meeting would be “fatal to the franchise” if they ever were revealed, Michael Gearon wrote.
Wizards D-League affiliate to hold open tryout at Verizon Center
The tryout will be held on Sept. 28
The timeline of Bruce Levenson’s exit from Atlanta
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Bruce Levenson’s decision to sell the Atlanta Hawks was a three-month process that began after an insensitive remark from General Manager Danny Ferry.
Racist comments about Luol Deng sparked investigation into Bruce Levenson, Atlanta Hawks
Danny Ferry read racist comments rather than editing them, according to Hawks co-owner and chief executive Steve Koonin.
The difference between Bruce Levenson and Donald Sterling
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The Hawks’ owner’s comments are a more subtle yet equally insidious form of racism.
ESPN, Turner each reportedly ready to spend more than $1 billion per year to keep the NBA
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The two broadcasters are on the verge of re-upping with the NBA, spending big to ward off possible competitors.
Charles Barkley: Michael Jordan didn’t like Bobcats criticism
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In TNT analyst’s defense, the team was pretty turrible.
Atlanta Hawks owner will sell team because of ‘offensive’ email
![Atlanta Hawks owner will sell team because of ‘offensive’ email](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/web/20140912080759im_/http://img.washingtonpost.com/rf/image_145x100/WashingtonPost/Content/Blogs/early-lead/201409/Images/adamsilver0715B.jpg)
Bruce Levenson apologizes and now, for the second time this summer, a team will change hands over racist comments.
Tom Brady on his future with Patriots: ‘Michael Jordan played for the Washington Wizards’
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At 37, he knows the NFL is a business and he plays for a coach who evaluates players clinically.
NBA Retrometrics: Why David Robinson is underrated
![NBA Retrometrics: Why David Robinson is underrated](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/web/20140912080759im_/http://img.washingtonpost.com/rf/image_145x100/WashingtonPost/Content/Blogs/fancy-stats/201409/Images/David-Robinson.jpg)
Before injuring his back during the 1996-97 season, Robinson put up nearly unparalleled numbers
Dez Bryant, DeSean Jackson, Erin Andrews and others read ‘Mean Tweets’ about themselves on ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live’
![Dez Bryant, DeSean Jackson, Erin Andrews and others read ‘Mean Tweets’ about themselves on ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live’](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/web/20140912080759im_/http://img.washingtonpost.com/rf/image_145x100/WashingtonPost/Content/Blogs/early-lead/201409/Images/Broncos_Cowboys_Football-03989_image_982w.jpg)
The NFL gets a dose of self-deprecation thanks to the late-night talk show.
Here’s how the Cleveland Cavaliers will look on offense with the NBA’s new ‘Big Three’
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How long will it take for LeBron James, Kyrie Irving and Kevin Love to mesh?
Remembering Joan Rivers through her funniest moments with athletes
![Remembering Joan Rivers through her funniest moments with athletes](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/web/20140912080759im_/http://img.washingtonpost.com/rf/image_145x100/WashingtonPost/Content/Blogs/early-lead/201409/Images/2756122_image_982w.jpg)
The legendary comedian’s jokes didn’t just target Hollywood stars, but some of the world’s most elite athletes, as well. Here are the best.
Wizards broadcasts moving to 99.1 WNEW
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CBS station will broadcast all regular season and postseason games.
Wizards add Eisley to coaching staff
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Eisley had served as the player development coach for the Clippers since 2010.
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