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1998 Archive: The NBA Lockout

Why were the arenas so quiet in late ’98? Because the owners and players were fighting over money, leaving fans to wonder if they’d have to actually talk to their families during dinner.

Part of the 44 Sports Jokes: The 1998 “MJ’s Last Dance & The Home Run Chase” Edition archive. Historically Verified

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