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Los Angeles Lakers and NBA legend Kobe Bryant was killed in a tragic helicopter crash alongside 13-year-old daughter, Gianna, in Calabasas, California, en route to a travel basketball game on Sunday. Despite the NBA’s not canceling its slate of games today, the National Basketball Players Association released a statement about the former player, 41, losing […]

A video of former NBA guard Delonte West made the rounds on social media on Monday, with the ex-first-round pick of the Boston Celtics in the 2004 draft seen on the side of a street appearing destitute and nearly incomprehensible. West during his eight-year NBA career was diagnosed with bipolar disorder and struggled with mental […]

The National Basketball Players Association will go up to bat once again for suspended Miami Heat shooting guard Dion Waiters, much like they did for his previous two suspensions, according to Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun-Sentinel. Waiters was suspended for opening night on Oct. 23 and then again for a 10-game suspension that […]

Leaders of the NBPA are meeting with G League players to discuss the possibility of unionizing the NBA’s minor league, according to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski. Players and NBPA representatives will talk during the G League Showcase event in Las Vegas this week. Both sides talked about the prospect of making this happen during last year’s […]

Just recently, whispers began to emerge pertaining to a power struggle within the National Basketball Players Association. According to the rumor, there was a plot to overthrow NBPA executive director Michele Roberts — something that NBPA president Chris Paul completely denied through an official statement. Chris Paul Statement Regarding False Information on NBPA Executive Director […]

Jose Calderon has retired and has been tapped to serve a significant role for the NBPA. According to Ben Golliver of The Washington Post, the 38-year-old will now be transitioning to a role behind the scenes, as he has been appointed as a special assistant to the NBPA’s executive director, Michele Roberts. For his part, […]

The apparent shift in power in the NBA has taken its fair share of criticism. For some folks, it just isn’t right how players now hold so much power that they are able to demand where they want to play. Michele Roberts, the executive director of the National Basketball Players Association, is having absolutely none of […]

As part of an official press release that was issued on Tuesday, the fine designers at 2K announced their partnership with the NBA, NBPA and ESL in the creation of the NBA 2K20 Global Championship. According to the press release, the competitive esports tournament will be designed for players around the globe, with more than […]

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James has won the NBPA’s 2019 People’s Champ Award. https://www.instagram.com/p/BztS0hPB1vO/ LeBron James is arguably the greatest role model of our generation. From opening up a school in his hometown of Akron, Ohio to using his voice and platform to speak on social issues, James is everything you want your NBA […]

The National Basketball Players’ Association continues to stand in unwavering support of Enes Kanter. In the wake of alleged censorship from the league’s official Turkish twitter account and a fan at Pepsi Center poking fun at his exile from his native Turkey, the NBPA released a statement backing the Portland Trail Blazers big man. “The […]

NBPA executive director Michele Roberts is doing her due diligence in helping provide a better platform for prep players who wish to forego college and allow them to be placed in a professional environment prior to the draft within the G League. The number of available slots for these players is a concern, Roberts told […]

Members of the NBA, NCAA, USA Basketball, and National Basketball Players Association recently took a step towards eliminating the “one-and-done rule,” according to a report from ESPN’s Brian Windhorst. The new agreement will allow the NBA to prepare a select few of the nation’s top high school prospects for professional career. “USA Basketball has identified […]

Fire up NBA 2K18 and you’ll be greeted with the familiar voices of Ernie Johnson Jr, Kenny “The Jet” Smith, and Shaquille O’Neal doing some pre-game analysis before your favorite team takes on its opponent. For many years, there’s been one notable absentee from the popular set of Inside The NBA — none other than the […]

Russell Westbrook’s star shines both on and off the court. On the court, he’s a ball of electricity, one who’s able to do whatever he wants with no one seemingly capable of stopping him. Off the court, the Oklahoma City Thunder point guard still commands attention and warrants the limelight, thanks to his flashy fashion […]

The NBA has seen a decrease in centers as the league’s 30 teams have mostly prioritized shooting and increasing the pace of play. One big man, however, has been able to be not only incredibly effective, but an absolute game-changer for his team. Rudy Gobert has been a defensive juggernaut around the rim for his […]

The city of Houston was at the forefront of the devastation caused by Hurricane Harvey over the weekend. As a result, the sports world and its entirety have come together to help provide aid for those affected by this disaster. High-profile athletes and owners from every professional sports league have gotten involved in helping the […]

Oklahoma City Thunder point guard Russell Westbrook received the Best Dressed award by the National Basketball Players Association during the Players’ Voice Awards. These awards are a direct result of voting by the players of the league, as the motto reads: “the only awards voted on BY the players, FOR the players.” Look good, play […]

Milwaukee Bucks guard Malcolm Brogdon received the Best Rookie award by the National Basketball Players Association during the Players’ Voice Awards. These awards are a direct result of voting by the players of the league, as the motto reads: “the only awards voted on BY the players, FOR the players.” Rook making his mark ❌. […]

L.A. Clippers point guard Lou Williams received the Best Off The Bench award by the National Basketball Players Association during the Players’ Voice Awards. These awards are a direct result of voting by the players of the league, as the motto reads: “the only awards voted on BY the players, FOR the players.” Bench to […]

The NBPA on Friday morning announced its selection for various Players’ Voice awards for the 2016-17 campaign. Among those was the Best Defender award which was given to San Antonio Spurs star forward Kawhi Leonard. Silence the offense 🔇. Best Defender goes to @KawhiLeonard. #PlayersVoice pic.twitter.com/RC0wQHxAhX — NBPA (@TheNBPA) August 18, 2017 Through his first […]

San Antonio Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich was hailed as the Coach You’d Most Like To Play For by the National Basketball Players Association during the Players’ Voice Awards. These awards are a direct result of voting by the players of the league, as the motto reads: “the only awards voted on BY the players, […]

Oklahoma City Thunder point guard Russell Westbrook received the Hardest To Guard award by the National Basketball Players Association during the Players’ Voice Awards. These awards are a direct result of voting by the players of the league, as the motto reads: “the only awards voted on BY the players, FOR the players.” #WhyNot score […]

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid was honored with the Comeback Player of the Year award by the National Basketball Players Association during the Players’ Voice Awards. These awards are a direct result of voting by the players of the league, as the motto reads: “the only awards voted on BY the players, FOR the players.” […]

Oklahoma City Thunder point guard Russell Westbrook received the Most Valuable Player award by the National Basketball Players Association during the Players’ Voice Awards. These awards are a direct result of voting by the players of the league, as their motto reads: “the only awards voted on BY the players, FOR the players.” MVPMVPMVP The […]

Sacramento Kings guard/forward Vince Carter was honored with the Most Influential Veteran award by the National Basketball Players Association during the Players’ Voice Awards. These awards are a direct result of voting by the players of the league, as the motto reads: “the only awards voted on BY the players, FOR the players.” Half man, […]

Boston Celtics point guard Isaiah Thomas received the Best Clutch Performer award by the National Basketball Players Association during the Players’ Voice Awards. These awards are a direct result of voting by the players of the league, as the motto reads: “the only awards voted on BY the players, FOR the players.” Give us OT […]

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid was honored with the Best Social Media Follow award by the National Basketball Players Association during the Players’ Voice Awards. These awards are a direct result of voting by the players of the league, as the motto reads: “the only awards voted on BY the players, FOR the players.” The […]

The Golden State Warriors received the Best Home Court Advantage award by the National Basketball Players Association during the Players’ Voice Awards. These awards are a direct result of voting by the players of the league, as the motto reads: “the only awards voted on BY the players, FOR the players.” 🔊 WAY 🆙. Best […]

The NBPA recently held their elections to name the players who will represent them. Once again, All-Star star point guard Chris Paul has been elected as president and will begin his second term immediately. He will hold the position until the summer of 2021. Chris Paul was re-elected to a new term as President of […]

The National Basketball Players Association Executive Director, Michele Roberts, released a statement Saturday slamming New York Knicks president Phil Jackson regarding his comments about his star player Carmelo Anthony, expressing that he’d be better “somewhere else.” Roberts expressed that she had reached out to NBA commissioner Adam Silver in efforts to resolve the issue, urging […]

The National Basketball Players Association has ratified the tentative 7-year collective bargaining agreement the owners had voted toward on Wednesday, officially closing the deal for both parties until 2023, where an opt-out clause can allow for either party to start up a new bargaining agreement, according to a report by Jeff Zillgitt of USA TODAY Sports. […]

The NBA is on the verge of finalizing a seven-year collective bargaining agreement after team owners voted Wednesday to approve the tentative proposition that was agreed to last week. The owners voted unanimously and players are expected to do the same in the next few days, two people with direct knowledge of the situation told The […]

The new tentative collective bargaining agreement brings along new rules to enforce during the next seven years, among them is the prohibition of the use of hoverboards, jet skis, fireworks, and firearms; according to Basketball Insiders’ Eric Pincus. This provision is a way for owners to keep their investments (the players under contract) safe from […]

The National Basketball Players Association and the NBA announced on Wednesday night that they have agreed on terms for a tentative seven-year labor collective bargaining agreement. While the deal hasn’t been fully finalized, the pending ratification by players and owners is expected to get done within the next few days. Both sides have agreed to extend their mutual […]

After a 2016 offseason that saw lucrative contracts go to players like Bradley Beal ($128 million), DeMar DeRozan ($139 million), and a per year NBA-record for Mike Conley Jr. ($153 million) who is earning more than $30 million per year — the contracts are about to be blown out of this stratosphere. NBA Commissioner Adam Silver […]

Despite the continuous positive meetings between team owners, the NBPA, and the NBA, a new Collective Bargaining Agreement has yet to be reached. But even with some delay, Commissioner Adam Silver gave an update on where their talks have brought them so far. Adam Silver on ESPN radio this morning, when asked about reports of CBA agreement: "Reports […]

The second annual NBPA Players’ Choice Awards took place today, with a variety of honors handed out to some of the game’s icons. The titles of the specific awards aren’t exactly what traditional (like Best Dressed and Best Social Media Follow), and they’re voted for by the players rather than the media and fans. Often, […]

On Wednesday, the National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) announced another breakthrough for all major sports leagues in North America. Their player representatives voted unanimously to fund health insurance for all retired NBA players with at least three years of service time in the league. This will be the first of its kind and has never been […]