Couldn't help but notice the article in today's on line edition of The Bakersfield Californian discussing the new business model for the NBA D-(as in development) League. As I understand the math, the lowest ticket, which will include access to a cigar room, access to an open bar, a dinner meal and a D-League game will run more than $140. Suites, which accommodate a party of up to twelve people, are being sold at roughly $1,900  per game.

Good luck, Stan Ellis and David Higdon! Maybe a game and dinner with a hefty cover charge for 550 of your friends out on Rosedale Highway is a great way to network these days. Have you guys thought about just going old school, and putting a polo field or fox hunting grounds for your friends to enjoy at reasonable rates here in the area?  Or, have you considered an opera season this year as a way to patronize and entertain your peers?    

You certainly have announced the riff-raff will not be attending this season.