Stern Enthusiastic About Jordans Return to NBA
NBA commissioner David Stern expressed strong optimism about Michael Jordan returning to play in the 2001 02 season. He noted the public interest and the positive impact on younger players while acknowledging the strain of an 82 game schedule.
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NBA 2001 02 season key dates and deadlines
The schedule lists opening night for the 2001-02 NBA season on Oct 29 at 5 p.m. CST and the season start on Oct 30. It includes Jan 7-10 day contracts, Jan 10 guaranteed contracts, Feb All-Star weekend in Philadelphia, Feb 21 trading deadline, Apr 17 season end, Apr 20 playoffs begin, May 12 draft eligibility, May 19 draft lottery, Jun 2-19 Finals windows and draft, and Jun 26 NBA draft. Teams may negotiate with free agents July 1, and players may be signed July 16.
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