2020 is a year we will never forget. Tested and challenged over and over again. Together we mourned, mobilized, and pushed for change.
The larger fight is not over. The NBPA will continue to protect, support, and amplify player rights and voices.
Click below to learn more on our various initiatives and efforts.
NEW YORK, Jan. 20, 2021 – Of the 502 players tested for COVID-19 since Jan. 13, 11 new players have returned confirmed positive tests.
Read MoreNew York, NY, January 15, 2021 - The National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) Foundation is pleased to announce $3.2 million in matching player grants during the 2020 calendar year. During this time period, the NBPA Foundation partnered with 137 current and former players to match their charitable giving and philanthropy while responding to the severe implications of COVID-19 across the world.
Read MoreNEW YORK, Jan. 13, 2021 – Of the 497 players tested for COVID-19 since Jan. 6, 16 new players have returned confirmed positive tests.
Read MoreNEW YORK, Jan. 12, 2021 – The National Basketball Association (NBA) and the National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) today announced an agreement on additional measures to supplement the current Health and Safety Protocols governing the 2020-21 season.
Read MoreNEW YORK, Jan. 7, 2021 – Of the 498 players tested for COVID-19 since Dec. 30, four new players have returned confirmed positive tests.
Read MoreNEW YORK, Dec. 30, 2020 – Of the 495 players tested for COVID-19 since Dec. 24, zero new players have returned confirmed positive tests.
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Since the Union’s inception, the members of the NBPA have, individually and collectively, utilized their platforms to advocate for and promote positive social change. The courage and commitment of our members – past and present – have provided a voice for and opened avenues towards the pursuit of justice for aggrieved and socially disenfranchised members of communities across this country and around the world.
We teamed up with @DoveMenCare to announce the Commit to C.A.R.E initiative. This partnership, inspired by the actions taken by players around the league in support of racial and social justice, aims to showcase, honor and celebrate the humanity of Black men while addressing a number of issues such as public safety, safe and fair voting, community engagement and the portrayal of Black men in the media. Support #committocarenow.
Since the beginning of the season restart, the NBPA and the players have been committed in making sure that basketball would not serve as a distraction from issues related to racial injustice and inequality. To further amplify this movement, we highlighted Black-owned businesses and entrepreneurs in the bubble that not only pushed the culture forward — but enriched their communities as well.
As part of the NBPA’s mission to inspire, uplift and empower Black-owned businesses, the NBPA’s Protect, Support, Amplify Black-Owned Businesses campaign gives a platform to Black-owned businesses and entrepreneurs who are driving positive change in their communities. #450SupportsBlack
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Learn what to do to avoid shoulder injuries while working hard on the court!
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Take a look at how the Union members have celebrated Thanksgiving in the past.
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4x All-Star DeMarcus Cousins capped off the NBPA x Ballogy 5-Shot Challenge with some impressive trick shots!
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Snehal Patel PT, MPT, SCS Clinical Lead Hospital for Special Surgery – Westside Sports Medicine Institute is here to talk to you about what you should be doing during the preseason to stay ready for the season!
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Dr. Ben Nwachukwu, Sports Medicine Surgeon, HSS & Medical Consultant, NBPA is back to talk about how to minimize injury and work on career longevity!
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The NBPA teamed up with Business Inside the Game (B.I.G.) to curate a town hall series. Each town hall consists of conversations about the NBPA’s mission, which is to Protect, Support and Amplify the players and their voices, and how that mission has evolved throughout this season and in light of recent events. The conversations also discuss player-led initiatives around social justice and voting and ways that we can all impact change in our communities.
Join NBA All-Star and master connector Baron Davis as he weaves a narrative journey with trailblazers and innovators.
