Fleisher began his career in the NBA as an attorney for the NBA Players Association. He was instrumental in negotiating the first collective bargaining agreement between the players and the league. This agreement provided players with better wages, benefits, and working conditions. Fleisher also helped to establish the NBA's salary cap and free agency system.
In addition to his work with the NBA Players Association, Fleisher also served as a consultant to the NBA and its teams. He was a key figure in the development of the NBA's drug policy and the league's anti-drug program. Fleisher also helped to create the NBA's first salary cap and free agency system.
Fleisher also served as a consultant to the NBA's Board of Governors. He was a major proponent of the NBA's expansion into international markets and helped to create the league's international television contracts.
Fleisher's career in basketball was not limited to the NBA. He was also a member of the International Basketball Federation (FIBA) and served as a consultant to the United States Olympic Committee. He was a major proponent of the development of the sport of basketball in the United States and abroad.
Throughout his career, Fleisher was an advocate for the players and the sport of basketball. He was a major figure in the development of the NBA and helped to shape the league into the powerhouse it is today. His contributions to the sport of basketball will be remembered for years to come.
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