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Iowa Colored Ghosts Play In Sparks Soon

By Black Fives Foundation On March 16, 2009 · 3 Comments · In Culture, History, Humor, Race
After racial integration of the NBA, many all-black teams were left with few choices besides sensational names, clowning, and comedic showmanship.
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