Alternative Titles: Codiaeum variegatum, variegated laurel. Croton, also called Variegated Laurel, (Codiaeum variegatum), colourful-leaved plant of the spurge family (Euphorbiaceae). Its numerous varieties of shrubs or small trees with brilliantly coloured, glossy, leathery leaves are much grown as potted plants. Native to Malaysia and the Pacific, the trees reach a height of about 6 m (20 feet).
Ice Cube partnered with entertainment executive Jeff Kwatinetz to start the league for former professional players over the age of 30. It is expected to start play on June 24 with Chauncey Billups, Rashard Lewis and Kenyon Martin among the former NBA stars already committed to the league.
NBA TV, launched November 2, 1999, is the league's 24-hour television channel and the first television network launched by a professional sports league.NBA TV is seen in 39 countries, including Azerbaijan, France, Israel, Kazakhstan, the Philippines, Spain, Russia and Turkey.BA TV, launched November 2, 1999, is the league's 24-hour television channel and the first television network launched by a professional sports league.