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The National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) serves to protect and support the rights and talents of our players, magnify the power of their collective will, and amplify their voices as leaders who will transcend sport and society globally.

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NBPA Hosts Annual NBPA Post Up Party, Now Open to Fans

  • June 09, 2023

NEW YORK, NY, June 9, 2023 – The National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) announced today that it will sell 450 tickets to its previously invite-only NBPA Post Up party, to be held at Illuminarium in Las Vegas, NV, on July 9, 2023. As the only fan experience powered by the 450 members of the NBPA, the NBPA Post Up is an exclusive event designed to celebrate the players' off-court passions and bring together fans, athletes, celebrities, and brands all in one place.

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NBPA Hosts Annual Broadcaster U. Program at the University of Southern California’s Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism

  • June 05, 2023

LOS ANGELES, CA, June 5, 2023 - The National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) announced today the start of its multi-day Broadcaster U. Program at the Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism at the University of Southern California (USC) in Los Angeles, CA. Over the last 15 years, the NBPA’s broadcasting program has served as a training ground for over 88 current and former players interested in pursuing careers in broadcasting and media.

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NBPA Announces the 2023 TOP 100 Elite High School Basketball Camp

  • May 23, 2023

NEW YORK, NY, May 24, 2023 - The National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) announced today that the TOP 100 Elite High School Basketball Camp (TOP 100) will take place at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex at Walt Disney World Resort near Orlando, Florida, from June 26 to July 1. Featuring 100 of the best high school players from around the country, TOP 100 provides comprehensive on and off-the-court programming that emphasizes character, education, and skill development as the core principles necessary to maximize a player’s potential. Since its inception, TOP 100 has been led by current and former NBA players looking to prepare the next generation for all aspects of life on and off the court as they progress through the different stages of their basketball careers.

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Dr. Asheesh Bedi Appointed Chief Medical Officer of the NBPA

  • May 15, 2023

NEW YORK, NY, May 15, 2023 -- The National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) announced today that Dr. Asheesh Bedi will serve as the new Chief Medical Officer of the NBPA. Dr. Bedi will report to NBPA Chief Player Engagement Officer Chrysa Chin. In this role, Dr. Bedi will work with NBPA leadership to set the strategic direction for player health, lead the NBPA’s sports medicine programming, and oversee initiatives related to policy development, evidence-based research, technology, educational opportunities, and public outreach, among other responsibilities.

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The Basketball Tournament (TBT) and National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) Partner to Bring Million Dollar Game to Philadelphia

  • May 15, 2023

PHILADELPHIA, May 15, 2023 – The Basketball Tournament (TBT), the 64-team, $1 million winner-take-all event, today announced in partnership with the National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) that Philadelphia will be the host city for TBT’s 2023 Championship. TBT’s semifinals game on Aug. 2 and $1M championship game on Aug. 3 will be held at Drexel University’s John A. Daskalakis Athletic Center.

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