NEW YORK, May 13, 2026 – Enjoy Basketball, the digital media and lifestyle company co-founded by YouTube creator Kenny Beecham, and the National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) today announced an ongoing content partnership to highlight the players’ point of view on key basketball topics and showcase their passions off the court.

NEW YORK, May 13, 2026 — The National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) today announced the findings of its annual Referee Player Survey. The results, which were delivered to the NBA league office in March 2026, served as the official player recommendations for referee assignments for the 2026 NBA Playoffs and should be a guide for the 2026 NBA Finals' selections.

The National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) deeply mourns the passing of our brother, Jason Collins. A beloved teammate across 13 NBA seasons, he was universally respected for his on-court toughness and off-court kindness. In 2013, Jason changed sports forever by becoming the first active male athlete in a major North American team sport to publicly come out. His courage shattered barriers, making him a global beacon of hope for the LGBTQ+ community. He worked relentlessly to foster inclusion in locker rooms, schools, and communities, challenging us all to be more empathetic. The NBPA is proud to call Jason one of our own. Today, we mourn a devastating loss while celebrating a trailblazer whose legacy of bravery and inclusion will resonate for generations. Our deepest condolences go out to Jason’s husband, Brunson Green; his brother, Jarron Collins; and all those who loved and were inspired by him. ###

NEW YORK, May 12, 2026 – NBPA Executive Director Andre Iguodala and NBPA President Fred VanVleet issued the following statement today regarding the passing of Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke: “We are heartbroken by the tragic passing of our brother, Brandon Clarke. We hope Brandon is remembered for the immense joy he brought to so many throughout his career and for the genuine friendships he built far beyond basketball. Our deepest condolences go out to Brandon’s family, friends, and teammates during this unimaginably difficult time.”

NEW YORK, May 7, 2026 – The National Basketball Association (NBA) and the National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) today announced Detroit Pistons guard Duncan Robinson as the NBA Cares Bob Lanier Community Assist Award winner for the month of April. Robinson is being recognized for his commitment to youth mental health and wellness, advocacy for stroke recovery support, and his efforts to expand community access and engagement across Detroit. In honor of his efforts, the NBA and the NBPA Foundation will donate $20,000 to the Robinson Family Foundation (RFF). RFF, which was inspired by personal experiences, focuses on the connection between heart, mind, and body—advancing heart health education and recovery, promoting mental health awareness and suicide prevention.

NEW YORK (April 29, 2026) — The National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) today announced that its Top 100 Camp (Top 100) will return for its 32nd year, June 8-11 in Rock Hill, S.C., for several days of skill development programming and unrivaled mentorship from current and former NBA players. This year’s camp will feature guest coaches Rajon Rondo, Phil Handy, and Tom Crean, among other NBA players and former Division I college and NBA coaches.

NEW YORK, April 16, 2026 – The NBA and National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) have agreed, in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), that Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham and Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Dončić are eligible for all annual awards for the 2025-26 NBA regular season.

NEW YORK, April 13, 2026 – The National Basketball Association (NBA) and National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) today jointly announced that the Golden State Warriors’ Stephen Curry andthe New York Knicks have secured the top spots on the NBA’s Top-Selling Jersey and Team Merchandise lists, respectively, for the 2025-26 regular season. Results are based on sales from NBAStore.com, Fanatics.com and Fanatics partner sites.

NEW YORK, April 10, 2026 – The National Basketball Association (NBA) and the National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) today announced Milwaukee Bucks guard Ryan Rollins as the NBA Cares Bob Lanier Community Assist Award winner for the month of March. Rollins is recognized for his season-long commitment to youth literacy, his meaningful engagement with justice-impacted youth, and his efforts to expand access to inclusive basketball programming across the Milwaukee community. In honor of his efforts, the NBA and the NBPA Foundation will donate $20,000 to Developing K.I.D.S.

NEW YORK, March 24, 2026 – The National Basketball Association (NBA) and the National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) today announced New York Knicks center and NBPA Vice President Karl‑Anthony Towns as the NBA Cares Bob Lanier Community Assist Award winner for February. Towns is being recognized for his impact in the community, including leading a digital coat drive to support local families in need, investing in youth development initiatives in the Dominican Republic, and serving as a consistent advocate for social justice and underserved communities. In honor of his efforts, the NBA and the NBPA Foundation will donate $20,000 to Dominican Women’s Development Center.

NEW YORK, Feb. 27, 2026 – The National Basketball Association (NBA) and the National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) today announced that Milwaukee Bucks forward Bobby Portis Jr. has been named the NBA Cares Bob Lanier Community Assist Award winner for January, in recognition of his commitment to supporting mentorship and addressing food insecurity initiatives. In honor of his efforts, the NBA and the NBPA Foundation will donate $20,000 to the Bobby Portis Foundation.

NEW YORK (Feb. 26, 2026) - The National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) and Gold Level Sports and Entertainment (GLSE) today announced the eight boys’ and girls’ teams and matchups for The Throne, a single-elimination bracket-style tournament for the best high school basketball teams in the country, from March 19-21 at American Dream in East Rutherford, New Jersey.

LOS ANGELES (Feb. 13, 2026) — The National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) held its annual Board of Player Representatives Winter Meeting earlier today, electing Santi Aldama and Trey Murphy III as the newest Vice Presidents on its Executive Committee. Effective immediately, they will take over for Jaren Jackson Jr. and Donovan Mitchell, whose three-year terms have concluded.

LOS ANGELES (Feb. 13, 2026) — The National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) and its Executive Committee today announced that David Kelly has been elected as the next NBPA Executive Director. Kelly will succeed Andre Iguodala, who informed the Board of Player Representatives (BOPR) today that he will conclude his successful tenure when his term expires in July. The transition comes at a time of significant organizational strength for the NBPA.

New York, Jan 25, 2026 – Following the news of yet another fatal shooting in Minneapolis, a city that has been on the forefront of the fight against injustices, NBA players can no longer remain silent.

NEW YORK, Jan. 21, 2026 – The National Basketball Association (NBA) and the National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) today announced Miami Heat center-forward Bam Adebayo as the NBA Cares Bob Lanier Community Assist Award winner for December. Adebayo is being recognized for his leadership in hosting his annual holiday toy drive and creating unforgettable experiences for underserved youth through his foundation. The NBA and the NBPA Foundation will donate $20,000 to the Edrice Adebayo Foundation in honor of his efforts.

NEW YORK, Jan. 20, 2026 – The National Basketball Association (NBA) and National Basketball Players Association today jointly announced that the Golden State Warriors’ Stephen Curry and the Los Angeles Lakers have secured the top spots on the NBA’s Top-Selling Jersey and Team Merchandise lists, respectively, based on sales from NBAStore.com and Fanatics’ network of sites including Fanatics.com and its other partner sites.

NEW YORK, Dec. 17, 2025 – The National Basketball Association (NBA) and the National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) today announced Los Angeles Lakers center Deandre Ayton as the NBA Cares Bob Lanier Community Assist Award winner for November. Ayton is being recognized for his leadership in spearheading hurricane relief efforts in Jamaica and creating programs that promote food access and cultural equity among underrepresented youth in Los Angeles. The NBA and the NBPA Foundation will donate $20,000 to the Ayton Family Foundation (AFF) in recognition of his efforts.

“Rodney Rogers played 12 years in the NBA, and I was fortunate to play alongside him for one of those during my rookie year with the 76ers. He was a consistent force on the court, highlighted by his Sixth Man of the Year Award and his incredible longevity in the league.

NEW YORK, Nov. 21, 2025 – The National Basketball Association (NBA) and the National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) today announced Chicago Bulls guard Tre Jones as the NBA Cares Bob Lanier Community Assist Award winner for October. Jones is being recognized for helping raise more than $1.1 million towards cancer research and awareness, and for supporting violence prevention and local businesses in Chicago. The NBA and the NBPA Foundation will donate $20,000 to The V Foundation for Cancer Research (Jimmy V Foundation) in recognition of Jones’ efforts. Jones is the fourth Chicago Bull to receive this award since 2023.

NEW YORK, Nov. 11, 2025 – The National Basketball Association (NBA) and the National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) today announced a new U.S. vs. World format for the 2026 NBA All-Star Game. NBC/Peacock will present the league’s annual midseason showcase on Sunday, Feb. 15 at 5 p.m. ET/2 p.m. PT at Intuit Dome in Inglewood, Calif., home of the LA Clippers.

New York, NY, Oct. 23, 2025 – The NBPA issued the following statement regarding the indictments of Terry Rozier, Chauncey Billups, and Damon Jones.

NEW YORK, Oct. 15, 2025 – Fanatics Collectibles, the National Basketball Association (NBA), and National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) today announced Topps’ return as the NBA and NBPA’s official exclusive trading card licensee. Topps, a worldwide leader in trading cards, is bringing fully licensed NBA and NBPA cards into its portfolio for the first time since the 2009-10 season with the launch of 2025-26 Topps Basketball, which will be released on Oct. 23 at Topps.com, hobby shops and major retailers worldwide.

NEW YORK, Oct. 2, 2025 – The National Basketball Association (NBA) and the National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) today announced that they will celebrate the 75th anniversary of the NBA Pioneers – Chuck Cooper, Nathaniel “Sweetwater” Clifton and Earl Lloyd, the league’s first Black players – throughout the 2025-26 season.

LAS VEGAS (July 14, 2025) – The National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) Foundation today announced that Moses Moody, NBA Champion with the Golden State Warriors, and Santi Aldama, current Memphis Grizzlies player and member of the Spanish Men’s National Team, have joined its Board of Directors.

LAS VEGAS (July 12, 2025) - The National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) today announced that Fred VanVleet was elected President of the NBPA during the annual summer meeting of the Board of Player Representatives. VanVleet’s four-year term will begin immediately.

NEW YORK (June 25, 2025) – The National Basketball Players Association (NBPA), in collaboration with University Mohammed VI Polytechnic (UM6P), organized One Court Africa, a four-day experience for NBA players to learn about impact investing and champion African entrepreneurs and innovators shaping the future of the continent.

NEW YORK (June 6, 2025) - The National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) today announced that Jacinda Ortiz has been named the Vice President, Communications. In this role, Ortiz will oversee all communications efforts to represent and support the collective voice of NBA players while directing communications strategy related to the NBPA and its divisions.

NEW YORK (April 22, 2025) — The National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) today announced the return of its annual elite youth basketball camp, Top 100, set to take place in Rock Hill, S.C., June 9-13, 2025. The week-long event will bring together top-ranked high school standouts for elevated competition, focused skill development, and unrivaled mentorship from current and former NBA players.

NEW YORK (March 6, 2025) — The National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) and Gold Level Sports and Entertainment (GLSE) today announce the eight boys’ and girls’ teams set to participate in The Throne high school basketball national championship tournament. Tickets to see the top-ranked high school basketball teams compete in a single-elimination, bracket-style tournament for the title of National Champions are now on sale. While some of the participating teams will play under their club program name, the players are all students at the same high school.

NEW YORK (Feb. 16, 2025) — The National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) held its annual winter meeting of the NBPA Board of Player Representatives earlier today and elected new members to its deeply experienced player-leadership roster, the NBPA Executive Committee. Karl-Anthony Towns and Gabe Vincent were elected as the newest Vice Presidents on the NBPA Executive Committee, while Jaylen Brown was re-elected for a third term as Vice President.

NEW YORK (Feb. 6, 2025) – The National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) today announced that David Kelly has been named Managing Director and General Counsel at the NBPA. In this role, Kelly bolsters the Union’s veteran leadership team with more than a decade of experience at the Golden State Warriors, where he served as Chief Legal Officer, Business and Basketball and Chief Business Officer of Golden State Entertainment.

AUSTIN, Texas, Feb. 5, 2025 — Function Health, a revolutionary health management platform, today announced it has become the official Biomarker Partner of the National Basketball Players Association (NBPA). This strategic partnership marks a significant milestone in athlete health, providing active and retired NBA players — including Chris Paul and Blake Griffin — access to advanced testing and data-driven insights that promote long-term health.

NEW YORK (Jan. 30, 2025) — The National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) and Gold Level Sports and Entertainment (GLSE) announced today the return of The Throne, a one-of-a-kind platform bringing a bracket-style basketball tournament to the high school ranks. The Throne will feature the nation’s top eight boys’ and girls’ high school basketball teams competing for the title of National Champions. The tournament is set to take place in East Rutherford, N.J., at American Dream from March 27-29, 2025. The championship teams in the boys' and girls' brackets will be awarded a grant from the NBPA Foundation to support their respective athletic programs.

Next Gen Basketball Players Union Holds Historic First General Assembly Meeting New Executive Committee members elected; Groundbreaking CBA negotiations ongoing

The National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) today announced that Morgan Cato has been named Executive Vice President of Player Operations at the NBPA.

TUCSON, Ariz. (Oct. 22, 2024) — The National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) and Canyon Ranch, a global leader in destination wellness experiences known for its cutting-edge fusion of wellness and hospitality, today announced a strategic partnership to deliver one-of-a-kind, athlete-inspired experiences for Canyon Ranch guests designed with the goal of enhancing performance at every level, improving overall health, and bolstering wellbeing.

NBPA Activates Its Members and the Basketball Community to Get Out and Vote Ahead of Election Day

NEW YORK (Aug. 22, 2024) – The National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) today announced that Cameron Jones has been named Chief Financial Officer of the NBPA. In this role, Jones will oversee all financial operations, strategic financial planning, Basketball Related Income (BRI), and overall analysis, to ensure the NBPA's continued growth and stability.

LAS VEGAS (July 13, 2024) – Mason Plumlee was elected today as the Secretary-Treasurer of the National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) by the NBPA Board of Player Representatives. Plumlee, a longtime Player Representative, replaces Harrison Barnes, who served as Secretary-Treasurer on the NBPA Executive Committee since 2021. Plumlee will begin his three-year term immediately.