The 2024 NBA Draft will be held over two days for the first time, with the first round on June 26 and the second round on June 27, allowing teams more time to make decisions and enhancing the viewing experience.
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.
NBA executive Joe Dumars discusses the 65-game threshold and its impact on players like Joel Embiid and Tyrese Haliburton, who may miss out on awards due to injuries. Dumars reminds that the rule was collectively bargained and signed off by all parties. He also addresses the rise in scoring and the need to balance offense and defense in the league.
Joe Dumars, head of basketball operations for the NBA, discusses the league's approach to player discipline, emphasizing a more holistic and rehabilitative perspective. He mentions the indefinite suspension of Draymond Green and the importance of helping players mature and deal with issues. Dumars also hints at potential tweaks to the In-Season Tournament for next season, including the possibility of adding team stakes and moving the semifinals to the home team's court. He expresses empathy for the struggling Detroit Pistons, a team he has a close connection to, and hopes they can end their 24-game losing streak soon.
Joe Dumars, the NBA's executive vice president and head of basketball operations, explained that there is no minimum or maximum number of games attached to the indefinite suspension of Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green. The league wants Green to take time off and address the root cause of his repeated unsportsmanlike acts. Dumars, who has a personal relationship with Green, emphasized the importance of helping players mature and deal with issues. He also discussed the NBA's consideration of tweaks for the second iteration of the In-Season Tournament. Additionally, Dumars expressed his disappointment in watching the Detroit Pistons' 23-game losing streak and hopes they can end it soon.
NBA executive Joe Dumars explained that the decision to indefinitely suspend Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green for striking Phoenix Suns center Jusuf Nurkić was made to focus on helping Green rather than getting caught up in the specific length of the suspension. Dumars emphasized that the indefinite suspension was meant to give Green the opportunity to get himself mentally and emotionally back on track. Green's former teammate Andre Iguodala and the Warriors organization were in agreement with the decision. Nurkić expressed concern for Green's well-being, while Kevin Durant also hoped that Green would get the help he needs. Dumars stated that the NBA considers the players a fraternity and wants to see the best for all of them. There is no specific timeline for Green's return, as the focus is on his progress and eventual return as a great player for the Warriors.