What sports team did Abe Pollin own?
Washington Post Enterprise Editor Wednesday, November 25, 2009; 12:00 PM He arrived in Washington more than 75 years ago, the gangly son of a Russian metal worker named Morris Pollinovsky who came to America a poor man speaking no English. Through decades of hard work and a seemingly unstoppable will, Abe Pollin rose to the top of the worlds of business, philanthropy and professional sports. In the process, he transformed his adopted home town by bringing professional basketball and hockey franchises here and spending $220 million to build a massive sports and entertainment arena that has dramatically changed the face of downtown Washington. Marc Fisher, Washington Post enterprise editor, was online Wednesday, Nov. 25, at Noon ET to discuss the life of Abe Pollin. Sources: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/discussion/2009/11/25/DI2009112501757.
WASHINGTON — Abe Pollin, the Washington Wizards owner who brought an NBA championship to the nation’s capital and later had the mettle to stand up to Michael Jordan, died Tuesday. He was 85. His death was announced by his company, Washington Sports & Entertainment. No details were disclosed but Pollin suffered from progressive supranuclear palsy, a rare brain disorder that impairs movement and balance. He had heart bypass surgery in 2005 and broke his pelvis two years later. “The NBA family has lost its most revered member, whose stewardship of the Wizards franchise, together with his wife Irene, has been a study in unparalleled dedication to the city of Washington,” NBA commissioner David Stern said. “During his illness he fought with a determination and valor that will remain an inspiration to all.” [+] EnlargeAbe Pollin Ned Dishman/NBAE/Getty ImagesTeam owner Abe Pollin chatted with President Barack Obama during halftime of the Wizards-Bulls game in February at his cherished Verizo
