VOICE: NBA lockout leaves basketball fans on bench

The NBA lockout has halted games as players and owners dispute profit sharing, affecting $3.8 billion in revenue. The delay has led to game cancellations, impacting fans and shifting attention to local and amateur basketball. Media outlets like Slam magazine are focusing on college basketball, but this is not a long-term solution. The lockout is causing significant financial losses for players and owners, and there is concern about losing advertisers and fan interest.

What does Ben Osborne's decision to feature college basketball on the cover of Slam magazine signify?

What are the potential consequences of the NBA lockout mentioned in the text?