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All hail the Sixers!SILVER TONGUE: Adam Silver had some very interesting comments on Brexit as the league is in London for a Thursday game. He noted that the NBA Buy NBA 2K MT will reconsider its work in the United Kingdom not just due to the logistics of Brexit, but because of the symbolism of the decision: "[W]e pay a lot of attention to things that potentially impact borders and, I think as a sport, we are also very focused on principles and values.
That includes inclusion and diversity and respect for others." This stance, however, might require the NBA to relocate some teams within the United States ...EVERY ROSE HAS ITS THORN: Flanns and Gonz discuss the Derrick Rose saga and more on Drive & Kick. On Wednesday, Rose reiterated that he'd like to sign a five-year, $150 million max contract this summer.
