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The ABA, the NBA Merger, and Former Players Waiting for Pay | Michael Husain, Filmmaker
On today's show I had a thorough discussion with documentary filmmaker and media producer Michael Husain about his latest project, 'The Waiting Game.'
The 2024 film centers on the story of the Dropping Dimes Foundation, an Indianapolis-based nonprofit that supports former American Basketball Association (ABA) players who are now struggling financially and fighting for their pensions from the NBA.
Michael dives into the history and significance of the ABA, the players' contributions to modern basketball, the origin of the Indiana Pacers, the merger with the NBA in 1976, and the ensuing battles…
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