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.
April 16, 2017 8:19am EDT April 16, 2017 8:16am EDT The first-round schedule of the 2017 NBA playoffs is set, and the series openers are April 15-16. Thunder guard Russell Westbrook and Rockets guard James Harden (Getty Images) The 2017 NBA playoffs will begin Saturday, April 15, with four series-opening games. The defending NBA champion Cleveland Cavaliers will host the postseason's first game, against the Indiana Pacers.