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Found October 14, 2012 on Shatter The Backboard:
TEAMS: Brooklyn Nets
Earlier in the year, the New York Times ran a story stating Jay-Z’s impact as part owner of the Brooklyn Nets was small. In fact, he only owned 1/15th of 1 percent, or an initial investment of $1 million dollars.
Seems like his role has been anything but small.
Jay-Z  designed the team’s new uniforms, added respect among NBA players, had a role with NBA2k13 and turned the Brooklyn Nets into a larger part of culture.
During the last of eight sold-out shows to kick off the opening of the Barclays Center, he fought back against the critics.… Read more
Original Story: http://shatterthebackboard.com/jayz-f...
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