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China’s Number One Export

Earlier this week, National Basketball Association superstar LeBron James announced that he would have no further comment on the NBA-China controversy, which was prompted by a now-deleted, pro-Hong Kong democracy tweet from Houston Rockets GM Daryl Morey. This was a probably a good idea, because James’ initial response clanged off the backboard, or whatever roundball cliche applies. read more

The ‘Woke’ NBA, China, and Shoes

Lots of National Basketball Association players head to China in the off season. It’s not just for the extra appearance cash; the sneaker companies tell them to just do it, as it were. NBA players sign enormous contracts with the athletic shoe companies, and brand marketing is part of the deal. The NBA, the shoe companies, and China’s state-controlled economy are closely linked. read more

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