NBA League Offices Close Down For Harry Potter Release

The NBA began a week-long sabbatical Wednesday in order to afford its employees an opportunity to immerse themselves in the seventh and final installment of the Harry Potter book series.

The sabbatical was originally scheduled to coincide with the July 21st release of the book, but the scandal involving referee Tim Donaghy pushed the break back until after commissioner David Stern's Tuesday press conference.

"The whole league has really caught Potter Fever," explained a seemingly rejuvenated Stern. "I think the timing of the Donaghy news breaking was really unfortunate. I know I said that it was the worst situation I have ever been involved in, but the postponement of our Harry Potter week actually cuts far deeper than any gambling scandal ever could."