“I think it’s one that will go in a smooth manner because of our relationship,” Schneider told the station. ”He convinced them to move to the new Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum, and they were renamed the Oakland Clippers that June. Howard subsequently sought to clarify the statement, claiming that the lack of passion he had identified was not limited to dual nationals. That face — all determination and brambled beard — still fronts much of the league’s promotional mat.