Executive Summary: Lord Of The Flies

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1. Michael Heisley, previous owner of the Memphis Grizzlies, became famous by making the Grizzlies work hard and make them practice before each game for warm-ups. He also was a very hard worker, for example, he made most game plans for the Grizzlies to follow for a good big win. He made them almost number 1 in the NBA. Unfortunately, he passed on 4/26/14 at the age of 77 due to natural causes. The Grizzlies still pray and pray for each game win, which is for the loss of their previous great owner Michael Heisley.
2. Bud Adams, previous owner of the Tennessee Titans, became famous by working the Titans hard and making them practice for better work. He also helped on and off the field occasionally. His hard work came to and end, unfortunately,

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