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Spencer Haywood
Five-time NBA All-Star and member of the 1968 Olympic gold-medal team who successfully sued the NBA in Haywood v. NBA to allow early entry, a landmark ruling that reshaped player entry and compensation in professional basketball.
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Oct 2, 2025
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Spencer Haywood on Lawsuit That Changed The League, ABA-NBA Merger, & Fight Against NIL Reform
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Spencer Haywood, a five-time NBA All-Star and a member of the 1968 Olympic gold-medal team, shares his incredible journey and landmark lawsuit that transformed player eligibility in the NBA. He reflects on his challenging upbringing, the thrill of making the Olympic team at just 19, and his battles with addiction. Haywood highlights the significance of the ABA-NBA merger, his fight for NIL reform, and even his early interactions with Nike. With poignant anecdotes and honest insights, he showcases his unique legacy in basketball and culture.
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