Online History of Pro Basketball
WEEK 6
Essay (50 pts)
The following website deals with labor pains of the NBA in the 1940's, 50's, 60's and beyond.
Take your time to read and then submit a one page paper on the evolution of player unions over the years.
Essay (50 pts)
Spencer Haywood After leaving junior college, and playing on the 1968 Olympic team, Haywood was the first
early entry player. After playing one season with Denver in the ABA, Haywood sued the NBA and won in 1970,
allowing him to play in Seattle . Write a 1 page essay about Spencer Haywoods career. Complete your research
and include the lawsuit he brought against the NBA, but also share the highs and lows of his NBA career i.e. NBA Campion with theLos Angeles Lakers.
