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Lula Washington Dance Theatre at California Plaza
Written by Sentinel News Service 29 July 2010
 Lula WashingtonLula Washington Dance Theatre (LWDT), which thrilled audiences at the Hollywood Bowl July 7 with trumpeter Terence Blanchard, will present three world-premiere dance works in a free concert ... read more >>
Blues Legend Phillip Walker Passes
Written by Zack Slovinsky (Special to the Sentinel) 29 July 2010
 Blues Legend Phillip WalkerBy Zack SlovinskySpecial to the SentinelWe are deeply saddened to report that blues legend Phillip Walker passed away Thursday morning at 4:30 am due to heart failure. The ... read more >>
French Doctor: Singer Al Jarreau getting better
Written by Associated Press 29 July 2010
 Singer Al JarreauBy Associated PressMARSEILLE, France — A cardiologist who is treating Al Jarreau says the Grammy-winning singer's health is improving steadily.Dr. Jean-Louis Bonnet, chief of the cardiology ... read more >>
Sheila Johnson is Escaping the Shadow of BET
Written by George E. Curry (NNPA Special Correspondent) 29 July 2010
 Sheila JohnsonBy George E. CurryNNPA Special CorrespondentSheila Johnson's accomplishments are breathtaking. She is president and managing partner of the WNBA's Washington Mystics. As a partner in Lincoln ... read more >>
Gospel Community Shares Memories of Walter Hawkins
Written by Joy Childs (Contributing Writer) 23 July 2010
 Walter Hawkins Walter Hawkins By Joy ChildsSentinel Contributing WriterIf asked to name gospel music's royal families, those who know and love this genre would no doubt name Andrae and Sandra Crouch, ... read more >>
Stedman’s Steps to Success
Written by Kam Williams (Sentinel Contributing Writer) 23 July 2010
  Stedman Graham pictured with participating youth(L-R) Stedman Graham, Anthony Anderson & Charles Woodsom Stedman Graham — the "Athletes Against Drugs" InterviewBy Kam WilliamsSentinel Contributing ... read more >>
Actress Vonetta McGee Dies
Written by Tanya Dennis (Special to the Sentinel) 23 July 2010
 Actress Vonetta McGeeBy Tanya DennisSentinel Contributing WriterActress Vonetta McGee died Friday, July 9th from cardiac arrest.  Ms. McGee was born in San Francisco and graduated from Polytechnic High ... read more >>
The Debbie Allen Dance Academy
Written by Brian W. Carter (Staff Writer) & Elzena Rankins (Intern) 22 July 2010
  Sentinel Managing Editor Yussuf J. Simmonds inteviews Debbie Allen (Photo by Brian Carter for Sentinel)Debbie Allen watching students at DADA (Photo by Brian Carter for Sentinel)Debbie Allen continues ... read more >>
In an Introspective Mood: Tavis Smiley Interview
Written by Kam Williams (Contributing Writer) 15 July 2010
 Tavis SmileyTavis Smiley — The "Been in the Storm Too Long" InterviewBy Kam WilliamsSentinel Contributing WriterFrom his celebrated conversations with world figures, to his work to inspire the next ... read more >>
Pato Banton and ‘Within Arms Reach’ Come Together in Long Beach
Written by Paul Browning (Contributing Writer) 15 July 2010
 Reggae Artist Pato BantonSundie Zin, President and CEO of Within Arms Reach with children at a school she donated funds to during her last trip to Burma.  Sundie Zin, President and CEO of Within Arms ... read more >>
Motown Super-producer Dies at 80, Lauded by Industry Press
Written by Joy Childs (Contributing Writer) 15 July 2010
 Harvey FuquaBy Joy ChildsSentinel Contributing WriterHarvey Fuqua belonged to one of the most prominent dynasties in musical history-that of Motown insiders-which included Berry Gordy and his sisters; ... read more >>
Mel Gibson’s Latest Racist Rant Targets African Americans
Written by Special to the NNPA from the St. Louis American 08 July 2010
 Mel GibsonSpecial to the NNPA from the St. Louis American(NNPA) - Four years ago, Mel Gibson apologized profusely and reportedly entered rehab after verbally attacking the Jewish community after being ... read more >>
Condoleeza Rice Backing Up Aretha Franklin on Piano
Written by Sentinel News Service 08 July 2010
  Former Secretary of State, Condoleeza RiceAretha FranklinCondoleeza Rice Backing Up Aretha Franklin on Piano for Philadelphia Gig By Bridget BlandBlack Voices NewswireA new meaning of R-E-S-P-E-C-T ... read more >>
Grammy Nominated Producer Kashif Sponsors Music Camp for Foster Kids
Written by Sentinel News Service 08 July 2010
  KashifKashif University and Department of Children & Family Services Host Music Recording Camp July 12-23, 2010 Sentinel Wire ServiceWith California's budget crisis wreaking havoc on the poor, ... read more >>
The Many Shades of Jada, from TV Nurse to Karate Kid’s Mom
Written by Kam Williams (Contributing Writer) 08 July 2010
 Jada Pinkett SmithJada Pinkett Smith The "HawthoRNe: Season 2" InterviewBy Kam WilliamsSentinel Contributing Writer Besides playing the title character on the TNT series HawthoRNe, which is starting ... read more >>
The Real Rick Ross Fights Back in Court
Written by Brandon I. Brooks (Entertainment Editor) 08 July 2010
  “Freeway” Ricky Ross Rapper Rick RossFormer Drug King Pin "Freeway" Ricky Ross has filed a $10 million dollar lawsuit against rap artist Rick Ross for exploitation By Brandon I. BrooksSentinel ... read more >>
At Home with the Norwoods
Written by Sentinel Staff Report 08 July 2010
 The Norwood Family: (L to R) - Willie, Sonja, Ray J. and Brandy.Ray J. and BrandyThe family meeting with the Sentinel's editorial board(Photos by Jason Lewis)SENTINEL EXCLUSIVEThe Norwood Family drops ... read more >>
Black Music Month: Dick Griffey & SOLAR Records
Written by Brandon I. Brooks (Entertainment Editor) 24 June 2010
 SOLAR Records logoDick Griffey By Brandon I. BrooksSentinel Entertainment EditorDick Griffey is the founder of the legendary S.O.L.A.R. Records which is an acronym for Sound of Los Angeles Records. ... read more >>
Black Music Month: Al Bell & Stax Records
Written by Brandon I. Brooks (Entertainment Editor) 24 June 2010
 Stax Records logoAl BellBy Brandon I. BrooksSentinel Entertainment EditorAl Bell is a music pioneer if there ever was one.  With over 50 years of music industry experience, Bell has been breaking ... read more >>
Eddie Levert Wows NNPA
Written by Sentinel News Service 24 June 2010
 Eddie Levert performs for publishers and guests at the NNPA Legacy of Excellence Dinner & GalaNEW YORK (NNPA) - Smiling broadly, the spirited petite woman named Sylvia weaved through the Ballroom ... read more >>
Black Music Month: Innovators
Written by Brandon I. Brooks (Entertainment Editor) 17 June 2010
By Brandon I. BrooksSentinel Entertainment EditorLouis ArmstrongLouis Armstrong was one of the most influential artists in the history of music. Born in New Orleans, Louisiana, on August 4, 1901, he began ... read more >>
Marvin, youngest of Isley Brothers, dies at 56
Written by Associated Press 10 June 2010
This photo provided by Magic Sound Productions on November 1984 shows Marvin Isley of the group Isley-Jasper-Isley. (AP)By Karen HawkinszAssociated Press WriterMarvin Isley, the bass player who helped ... read more >>
Bill Cosby and Jell-O partner on national contest
Written by Brandon I. Brooks (Entertainment Editor) 09 June 2010
 Bill CosbyYoung children auditioningConsumers stand in line for a chance to winSentinel sits down with Cosby for a one-on-one conversation.By Brandon I. Brooks Sentinel Entertainment EditorLegendary ... read more >>
Black Music Month: Celebration of Negro Spirituals
Written by Sentinel News Service 03 June 2010
James ClevelandMahalia JacksonMarian AndersonPaul RobesonSallie MartinSam CookEmancipationPortrait of the Jubilee SingersFlyer of Jubilee Singers The story of the Negro spirituals is closely linked to ... read more >>
Child Star Gary Coleman Dies at age 42
Written by Associated Press 28 May 2010
Gary Coleman Dies at age 42 Gary Coleman By Associated Press Writer Jennifer DobnerGary Coleman, the adorable, pint-sized child star of the smash 1970s TV sitcom "Diff'rent Strokes" who spent the rest ... read more >>

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Which N.B.A. legend would you start a franchise with?

Bill Russell - 7.7%
Wilt Chamberlain - 5.2%
Oscar Robertson - 1.3%
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar - 6.7%
Julius Erving - 3.2%
Magic Johnson - 29.4%
Larry Bird - 2.9%
Isiah Thomas - 2.4%
Michael Jordon - 17.1%
Hakeem Olajuwon - 1.2%
Shaquille O'neal - 3.4%
Tim Duncan - 1.3%
Kobe Bryant - 7.9%
Allen Iverson - 1%
Lebron James - 5.7%
Kevin Durant - 1.8%
Carmelo Anthony - 1.7%

Total votes: 595
The voting for this poll has ended on: 08 Apr 2013 - 18:35