Mutual opt-out date of December 15 is approaching NBA and the Players Association are seriously discussing the key points that will make up the league’s new CBA under the current collective bargaining agreement.
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver, NBPA Executive Director Tamika Torremaglio and their respective officials have recently been positive about their success in fine-tuning and adding new elements to the current CBA through the COVID-19 pandemic. We had extensive discussions in a friendly environment.
In 2020 and 2021, the NBA and NBPA worked together to navigate multiple high-level aspects of the CBA during unprecedented circumstances to keep the league running. Now they must keep that momentum going and solve new problems together.
The NBA and NBPA heads are set to hold their next in-person meeting this week, according to sources. athletic, an important session that sets the stage before the December deadline. The NBA recently submitted a new proposal to the NBPA, sources said.
before league decision sands Owner Robert Thurber she wants him expelledrecently spoke with Tremaglio athletic New issues being considered and the status of negotiations. One of the NBPA’s new major goals is the idea of building lasting equity beyond the days players play.
The word “partnership” has been a consistent theme over the past few years when talking about the league’s relationship with its players. The Players Association’s belief is that partnerships should create economic viability in the form of equity beyond their members’ playing days.
“Creating intergenerational wealth is very important in this next chapter of the Commonwealth,” Tremaglio said athletic. “It’s important to their legacy.Historically, we have been very focused on make Money—salary caps and such—but we all know it Have money, you have to invest. We also know that with uncertain longevity (of an NBA career), it’s important to plan for what happens after the ball stops bouncing.
“Given the contribution of players to the game and how we will reward them for it, we will need more equitable structures. It could be the sale of teams. Received equity beyond a year or five years could be a deal they’re in. It’s much broader and I don’t think we’ve seen it historically, and it’s here now. ”
For Tremaglio, it’s clear what she wants from her players. Regarding the keyword “equity,” sources familiar with the matter said the NBPA brought up the idea of a fund dedicated to players who could use their post-playing careers as an opportunity to become part of his group of franchise ownership. is. It’s on sale.favorite player lebron james When Stephen Curry With their star power, they have set a high bar for increasing franchise value.
“Players get their money when they’re done playing and they set it up for that to happen. That’s equity,” says Tremaglio.
Tremaglio believes that will require infrastructure to be set up alongside leagues that don’t exist today. And she feels very positive that it’s something that both sides can come to an agreement on.
“Partnerships will see where we are treated fairly and equitably and where we are creating opportunities beyond the game. That will be a big focus from a business perspective,” said Tremaglio. says.
“I am optimistic that I can solve all problems and I am very intentional about what I want to achieve.”
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Here are some of the major issues the NBA and NBPA are grappling with, and what to expect from the new CBA, according to various sources with first-hand knowledge of the debate.
New draft eligibility rules
The league and NBPA will agree to change the age limit. 19-18 NBA Draftaccording to sources with knowledge of the debate, paving the way for the return of high school players hoping to make the leap to the NBA.
The NBA set the draft age limit at 19 in 2005. Silver said in July that he “hopes” the rules will change in the next CBA cycle, and both will be eligible for draft age. seems to have a motive for lowering the
Lowering the age limit for jumping from high school to the NBA will take effect as early as the 2024 NBA Draft.
New Mental Health Designation for Injury Reports
In what would be an unprecedented and progressive change for American professional sports, the NBA and NBPA have announced measures to allow players to list mental health issues as similar to physical injuries. Just as players treat trauma, this new addition will allow players to treat their mental health concerns with the same gravity, allowing for things like seeking a second opinion or visiting a psychiatrist. increase.
chicago bulls all star demar derozan When cleveland cavaliers Forward Kevin Love In recent years, she has been at the forefront of shedding light on the mental health battle and bringing awareness and acceptance to the problem.
last season, brooklyn nets 3 time All-Star Ben Simmons Missed the entire campaign for revealing to his then organization. Philadelphia 76ers, he was mentally unplayable. His admission came after requesting a trade in the summer of 2021.
Luxury tax penalties could be tougher
A hard cap on team salaries doesn’t seem like a good thing for the NBPA, but the league and some team governors are emphasizing more punitive penalties for the luxury tax system. Team executives believe tax penalties are arguably the biggest problem to be solved in his next CBA.
However, changing the overall structure of the tax could be an aspect that both sides work on.
Emphasis on player/fan politeness
Tremaglio added that she and Silver will soon release a joint statement emphasizing civility between players, fans, the league, the players’ union and everyone who surrounds them.
Under Tremaglio, the NBPA has a strong desire to share a deeper, holistic view of its players with the world. just like everyone else. ”
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