Tag

65 Game Rule

All articles tagged with #65 game rule

sports17 days ago•4 min saved

NBPA pushes to reform 65-game award threshold after Cunningham injury

Cade Cunningham’s injury threatens his postseason-awards eligibility due to the NBA’s 65-game threshold, prompting the NBPA to demand abolishing or reforming the rule to account for legitimate injuries. The rule aimed to curb load management and influence contract bonuses, and the NBA offseason is expected to discuss adjusting it as other stars near the threshold; several players have trended at risk of missing or meeting the cutoff depending on games played.

via NBC Sports|

#65-game-rule #award-eligibility #cade-cunningham

sports17 days ago•5 min saved

NBPA pushes to scrap or reform the 65-game award rule after Cunningham injury

The NBPA has urged abolishing or reforming the NBA’s 65-game threshold for season-long awards, arguing the rule is arbitrary and hurtful after Cade Cunningham played 61 games before a collapsed lung; there is a separate exception for season-ending injuries if a player has already appeared in 62 games, but Cunningham doesn’t qualify. With other top contenders near the cutoff, the union says the rule should be changed or an injury exception created, a process that would require agreement from both NBA owners and players, and could be addressed by Commissioner Adam Silver at the Board of Governors meeting.

via The New York Times|

#65-game-rule #awards-eligibility #cade-cunningham

sports21 days ago•7 min saved

Cunningham's Injury Threatens MVP Bid, Highlighting the 65-Game Rule

Cade Cunningham suffered a collapsed lung after a rib collision, forcing him home and delaying his return as he is reevaluated in two weeks. Because MVP eligibility hinges on playing a minimum number of games (with a minutes component), his absence could push him off the ballot despite Detroit's strong season, especially with only about six regular-season games left and a looming playoff push.

via The New York Times|

#65-game-rule #cade-cunningham #collapsed-lung

sports1 month ago•7 min saved

65-Game Rule Sparks Award Mismatch, Calls for NBA Rule Change

An NBA opinion piece argues the league's 65-game minimum for award eligibility is skewing recognition: stars like Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Nikola Jokić are near missing the threshold due to injuries, risking the wrong player winning MVP; with Victor Wembanyama standing out defensively and others flirting with the cutoff, the rule hasn't clearly incentivized more play. The author contends the rule should be scrapped or revised and suggests making the regular season more meaningful through better incentives (playoff advantages, lottery odds, etc.) so teams and stars compete fully, rather than forcing players to chase a numeric threshold.

via The New York Times|

#65-game-rule #injuries-and-availability #mvp-awards

sports2 years ago•5 min saved

"NBA Commissioner Adam Silver's Defense of the 65-Game Rule and Future Plans"

NBA commissioner Adam Silver defended the 65-game rule for awards, citing increased player participation and reduced injuries this season. He expressed satisfaction with the state of the game, highlighting historic scoring levels and the global talent pool. Silver also addressed player-referee communication issues and the future of the G League Ignite franchise, emphasizing the need for earlier player development in the U.S. and ongoing discussions with the NCAA.

via The Athletic|

#65-game-rule #adam-silver #all-star-weekend

sports2 years ago•1 min saved

"NBA's 65-Game Rule: Unintended Consequences and Future Impact"

NBA executive Joe Dumars acknowledges the unintended consequences of the 65-game minimum rule for regular season awards, stating that it was collectively bargained as part of the NBA's new CBA. The rule has already led to issues as potentially deserving players like Joel Embiid and Tyrese Haliburton become ineligible, sparking criticism and affecting player contracts tied to awards.

via RealGM.com|

#65-game-rule #joe-dumars #nba

sports2 years ago•7 min saved

"NBA MVP Race and Supermax Deals Impacted by 65-Game Rule"

The NBA's new 65-game rule, aimed at curbing load management, could impact the MVP race and supermax deals, with players needing to play at least 65 games to be eligible for major individual awards and financial incentives. Several star players, including Joel Embiid, have already missed games and could be affected, prompting discussions about the rule's impact on player contracts and the competitive integrity of the league. Despite the potential consequences, players like Bam Adebayo remain focused on playing the game they love, while others face the challenge of staying healthy and meeting the eligibility criteria.

via ESPN|

#65-game-rule #joel-embiid #mvp-race