"We intend to build the most spectacular arena in the country, on a truly iconic site, " said Warriors Chief Executive Joe Lacob.
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The Warriors decided that the location was best for a fan base divided "50-50" between both sides of the bay, Mr. Lacob said.
Whether the future franchise player is Howard or someone else, Guber and Lacob figure their job is to make the team a true destination.
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Almost immediately after Peter Guber and Joe Lacob bought the Golden State Warriors last summer the team inked a new cable deal with Comcast.
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It is too early to measure Gores, Harris and Lacob, especially since the NBA lockout cancelled the early portion of the 2011-12 season.
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Until then Lacob and Guber settle for smaller initiatives.
During the recent lockout Lacob and Guber enticed season ticket buyers by promising 5% interest on deposits if the lockout wiped out the season and a guaranteed renewal for next season at no increase if the team failed to make the playoffs.
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