File:LakersvCeltics-cover-1990.jpg

The front of the box for the Sega Genesis game Lakers versus Celtics (U.S.). Copyright is owned by Electronic Arts.

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Rational of fair use for Lakers versus Celtics[edit]

The image Image:LakersvCeltics-cover-1990.jpg is being linked here; though the picture is originally copyright, I (Bobak (talk) 21:02, 2 June 2008 (UTC)) feel it is covered by fair use because:

1. The image is of lower resolution than the original screenshot (copies made from it will be of inferior quality).
2. No free or public domain images equivalent can be found, because this is the original artwork.
3. The image does not limit the copyright owners' rights to distribute the video game in any way.
4. The image is being used for informational purposes only, and its use is not believed to detract from the original game in any way.