– CJ McCollum to continue to serve on the Executive Committee in an advisory capacity after four years as President of the NBPA –  

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.

“It’s truly an honor to be elected as President of the NBPA by my peers and I look forward to continuing to advocate for the best interest of all the members,” said VanVleet. “With a deep appreciation for the complexities and challenges players face on all levels of their NBA journeys, I am committed to approaching this role with the passion, dignity, and dedication every player deserves."

VanVleet, a nine-year NBA veteran and current Houston Rockets guard, began his professional career undrafted in 2016. He rose through the G League, eventually becoming a key member of the 2019 NBA Champion Toronto Raptors and an NBA All-Star in 2022. Beyond the court, VanVleet is committed to philanthropy and advocacy. He founded The VanVleet Family Foundation (VFF), which aims to increase access and exposure for youth through educational opportunities, athletic programs, and career development. As a father of three, VanVleet demonstrates his leadership and commitment both on and off the court.

VanVleet will transition into this role with guidance from CJ McCollum, who served on the Executive Committee for seven years – four as President (2021-2025) and three as Vice President (2018-2021). McCollum was a part of the NBPA’s leadership group that successfully navigated a return to play as part of the NBA Restart in 2020. As President, McCollum led the NBPA in negotiations for the 2023 Collective Bargaining Agreement, expanding benefits and opening new equity investment opportunities for players.

"It's been a privilege to serve on the NBPA Executive Committee for the past seven years and uniquely shape the business of our game," said CJ McCollum. "I am encouraged by the future of the PA under Fred’s leadership, as he has earned the basketball community's respect and has proven he is ready for this next step. I look forward to supporting him as we continue building a stronger Association that serves past, present, and future generations of players."

The members of the NBPA Executive Committee include:

• Fred VanVleet, President
• Grant Williams, First Vice President
• Mason Plumlee, Secretary-Treasurer
• Jaylen Brown, Vice President
• Jaren Jackson Jr, Vice President,
• Donovan Mitchell, Vice President
• Garrett Temple, Vice President
• Karl Anthony Towns, Vice President
• Gabe Vincent, Vice President

About NBPA:

The National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) is the union for current professional basketball players in the National Basketball Association (NBA). Established in 1954, the NBPA’s mission is to protect and advance the rights of our players. They are the game.

The NBPA advocates on behalf of the best interests of all NBA players, including negotiating collective bargaining agreements, filing grievances on behalf of the players, counseling players on benefits, and educating on post-NBA career opportunities. Business opportunities are generated by THINK450, the group licensing and partnership engine of the NBPA. With more than 80 active partnerships, THINK450 is dedicated to uncovering shared interests between players and leading brands to build more engaging collaborations.

The NBPA Foundation is dedicated to preserving the legacy of its members by supporting and assisting people, communities, and organizations worldwide. It spotlights and amplifies the global initiatives of professional basketball players, driving positive change through community building, charitable endeavors, and social entrepreneurship.

For more information, visit www.nbpa.com and follow @thenbpa on social.

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