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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|

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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|

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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|

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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|

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