1.   At this time, the columnist would like to thank Elgin Baylor and Jerry West for allowing pro hoops to flourish in Southern California.

2.   Bloomberg also has fairly sophisticated gambling information for college and pro hoops and other sports.

3.   Having seen the dark underbelly of pro hoops, they will kill not to be sent back.

4.   More pro hoops as needed.

5.   MJ or no MJ, Rockets-Wizards had doused the last flicker of his long-burning flame for pro hoops.

6.   Now that is happening in pro hoops as well.

7.   Other pro hoops as appropriate.

8.   Pat Riley is the best coach in pro hoops.

9.   People are avoiding pro hoops on Sunday afternoon to see if Tiger Woods can take another golf tournament.

10.   Other pro hoops as needed.