1.   An NBA spokesman said there are no rules in place regarding the next course of action the league could take against Cuban should he continue to berate the officials.

2.   And the league would take a harsh stand on a forfeiture.

3.   Another highly placed NBA official said it was possible the league would take further action against Sprewell, which may include a lengthy suspension.

4.   Boeheim concedes that every league takes hits like that these days.

5.   A successful league also would take some pressure off the national team.

6.   But if his story is accurate, then the league should take some action against Kansas City.

7.   But remember, the league would take a big financial hit in the form of a lost expansion fee if it allowed an established team to move.

8.   Even then, he said, the league will take its time evaluating merchandising proposals.

9.   For instance, will the Buss family retain ownership of the team or will the league take over because of lagging attendance?

10.   Finnigan had hoped the league would take action on Wednesday.