Judge blocks removal in Hawks owner feud over Joe Johnson deal
A Georgia judge granted temporary injunction stopping the removal of Boston businessman Steve Belkin as managing partner of Atlanta Spirit LLC. The ruling cites a preexisting contract and notes Belkin’s refusal to approve a $70 million Johnson deal may not justify removal. The dispute involves six or nine owners, the Hawks and Thrashers, and possible NBA action.
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Sun Sweep Sparks as East Dominates West in WNBA Roundup
Connecticut Sun stay atop the league with a 64-51 win over Los Angeles, sweeping the Sparks 2-0 this season and holding a 21-6 record. Katie Douglas led with 22 points, Nyisha Sales 16, while Los Angeles slips to 12-14. The Shock down Sting 71-64 as Detroit nears the final playoff spot. Seattle beat Houston 71-68 with Lauren Jackson scoring 27. Minnesota’s Lynx 76-72 over San Antonio as playoff race tightens.
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