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This changed the game to make it official and fair.
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This formed rivalries and allowed fans from all around the US to get into the game.
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This allowed college athletes to continue to play after their college careers ended.
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International Basketball Association became a major organization for all basketball players around the globe.
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Basketball joined the growing list of Olympic sports, allowing it to be veiwed and enjoyed around the world.
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This was a major step towards a more active and involded community of fans.
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The USA National Basketball Association was formed, allowing a more professional and civilized way to enjoy the popular game.
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Possibly the best basketball player in NBA history, MJ gave kids a role model and athelets a competetor.
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All around the globe, basketball became a popular topic of conversation.
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To allow women the same oppurtunities as men, the rules and guidlines of female basketball changed to better match these of the NBA.
