And announces that the NBA will switch back to the reputable, leather ball.

Why did the NBA switch in the first place? Cold. Hard. Cash.
Why are they switching back? The league’s stars, such as 2-times-running MVP Steve Nash says it cuts the players’ hands. It also has been horrible for the shooters (see New Jersey Nets).
A la the Simpsons, Hooray Status Quo!
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