Y NBA?

WED 1/12
Sure, the Suns are the hottest commodity in the basketball world these days, except perhaps for the Argentine Olympic team. But wouldn't it be refreshing to watch some other really talented Phoenix hoopsters who actually pay for the pleasure of diving for loose balls and taking a hard charge in the lane? Tip-off for the YMCA All Star Game at the downtown Y, 350 North First Avenue, is 7 p.m. Wednesday, January 12. We're not talking the kid down the block who can't chew gum and dribble at the same time; we're talking players who got game! Former Sun Dan Majerle has played in the past, which gives you an idea of the talent level involved. Best of all, the game is free, and festivities include the requisite slam-dunk contest, as well as three-point and free-throw shooting contests. Call 623-377-4966. - -Douglas Towne

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Free balling: There's no pay to watch the YMCA All Stars play.

courtesy of WAKA

Action aplenty at the WAKA pickup games

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