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The NBA Players Association stands by Antetokounmpo

Published March 24, 2026, 20:17
The NBA Players Association stands by Antetokounmpo

The NBA Players Association (NBPA) has sided with Giannis Antetokounmpo, reacting to the possibility of him being sidelined until the end of the season due to disagreements with the Milwaukee Bucks. The NBPA stressed that an All-Star player, such as Antetokounmpo, should be playing when healthy and ready, and expressed concern about the phenomenon of “tanking” (deliberate losing for a better draft position). The Association accused the NBA of inadequate enforcement of anti-tanking regulations, emphasizing that this undermines the credibility of the league and harms fans. Antetokounmpo's case has now gone beyond the team and touches on the overall operation of the league.