Walton says government critique coexists with basketball career
Bill Walton of the Portland Trail Blazers defends his public rejection of the U.S. government as not tied to basketball. He cites Nixon era policies and names figures like Kissinger and Rockefeller, says FBI questions him and his friends, and insists his beliefs do not affect his play or contract.
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WFL Plans Comeback Amid Financial Reforms
The World Football League announces a 10 team 1975 plan with strict banking rules and revenue sharing as it relaunches. Stars like Csonka Warfield Gilliam and Namath are linked to the revived league with games set for late July and an optional Portland entry contingent on $750,000 by April 30.
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