Certified NBPA Agents

OVERVIEW

The NBPA is responsible for certifying and regulating player agents. The Association screens the backgrounds of agents and monitors all contracts to ensure players receive fair and quality representation. Regulations Governing Player Agents establish the requirements and standards for the conduct and activities of agents certified by the NBPA. Please follow the links in this section to obtain an Application for Certification, view the Regulations Governing Player Agents, and find other information relating to representing NBA players.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

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September 8, 2025

Registration for the 2025-2026 NBPA Agent Application is now open. To apply, please click the link here.


Please note that the Agent Exam will no longer be administered virtually and will be replaced with an in-person exam that will be held in New York City during the month of January. More details will be provided once you are approved to sit for the exam.

If you have any questions, please email agentapp@nbpa.com.

Quick Links

  • Become a Certified NBPA Agent: Learn More
  • Agent FAQs: Learn More
  • NBPA Regulations Governing Player Agents: View PDF
  • NBPA Certified Agent Directory: View
  • NBPA Agent Portal (Certified Agents Only): View

For any additional information:

legal@nbpa.com