Kleiner Perkins’ Lacob Dancing as NBA’s Warriors Stifle Boos
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Joe Lacob leaped out of his courtside seat as the final shot arched toward the basket. As it swished through for a Golden State victory, the venture capitalist and Warriors owner danced onto the court.
Lacob, 57, celebrated with his players and slapped high-fives with fans. The man booed 21 months ago during a ceremony to honor a former player is now a hero, running an improved team and planning a $1 billion arena project along the San Francisco waterfront for the 2017-18 season.