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The NBA were involved in the decision.No.
The nbPa postponed today’s games.
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Yeah huge respect to all involved.Wow. Really, really impressed by this. Hopefully it leads to change of some kind. Big, big statement by some very, very influential people.
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I think we've only just begun. The players might decide to take this further if nothing changes.I don’t really get the point.... or how it’ll strike much effect, theres no fans in attendance. The worlds just gone through 4-5 months of postponed sport. We’re used to it.
Unless it leads to bigger things - I.E the whole of it just getting cancelled, but again, not reasonably sure whatd that lead too, probably a massive meltdown in loads of ways, and probably not a good thing. I dunno.
Yeah maybe. I think if they did a full monster thing like say the NFL fecking off the season - it'd possibly do more hard than good, certainly in the short term. Sport is a good distraction for a lot with pent up aggression, take it away from them for a long time for reason they wouldn't deem their fault.... sports fans are nuts.I think we've only just begun. The players might decide to take this further if nothing changes.
Taking that distraction from reality away is a good thing though. It's the only power the players have, and shines an even bigger light on the social issues. I don't see how anyone can view it as anything other than a commendable act.Yeah maybe. I think if they did a full monster thing like say the NFL fecking off the season - it'd possibly do more hard than good, certainly in the short term. Sport is a good distraction for a lot with pent up aggression, take it away from them for a long time for reason they wouldn't deem their fault.... sports fans are nuts.
I think that's what the players will discuss with the NBA in the players' meeting this evening. Any decision that will be taken will be strongly considered beforehand.Surely the season should be canceled now.
If you're going to boycott this game and then come back in 3 days then this was pointless.
Lets see what happens now but you gotta cancel the NBA season if this is the route you want to take.
I would bet all my chips the season gets canceled. If you are going to make this decision then you have to cancel the entire season.I think that's what the players will discuss with the NBA in the players' meeting this evening. Any decision that will be taken will be strongly considered beforehand.
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Season is in jeopardy now.
The players eventually have a job to do and that's how they get paid. So if they really feel about something, for example like Maya Moore did in the WNBA, then they quit playing, and use their resources and individual platform and actually do things such as becoming activists in their communities or domestically.Surely the season should be canceled now.
If you're going to boycott this game and then come back in 3 days then this was pointless.
Lets see what happens now but you gotta cancel the NBA season if this is the route you want to take.
I agree 100%.The players eventually have a job to do and that's how they get paid. So if they really feel about something, for example like Maya Moore did in the WNBA, then they quit playing, and use their resources and individual platform and actually do things such as becoming activists in their communities or domestically.
Postponing games, again these are games, doesn't bring change, just a lot of awareness. Awareness is totally fine, but it's the action of doing things as players in their communities to make change. Throwing money at the issues and not 'working' for a day isn't really going to make a difference. It's a societal, cultural, and institutional change. Not playing a basketball game for one night isn't going to change that. It's a respected move by the teams, players and league. But what does it really do in the short-term to long-term when we're talking about the need for societal, cultural, and institutional change? Not much if anything in the grand scheme of it all...because it's a game.
It's their workplace, the players are potentially going on strike(Which far more effective and important than becoming some random activist).The players eventually have a job to do and that's how they get paid. So if they really feel about something, for example like Maya Moore did in the WNBA, then they quit playing, and use their resources and individual platform and actually do things such as becoming activists in their communities or domestically.
Postponing games, again these are games, doesn't bring change, just a lot of awareness. Awareness is totally fine, but it's the action of doing things as players in their communities to make change. Throwing money at the issues and not 'working' for a day isn't really going to make a difference. It's a societal, cultural, and institutional change. Not playing a basketball game for one night isn't going to change that. It's a respected move by the teams, players and league. But what does it really do in the short-term to long-term when we're talking about the need for societal, cultural, and institutional change? Not much if anything in the grand scheme of it all...because it's a game.
Spoken like a person who isn’t affected one bit by what’s going on. Kudos!The players eventually have a job to do and that's how they get paid. So if they really feel about something, for example like Maya Moore did in the WNBA, then they quit playing, and use their resources and individual platform and actually do things such as becoming activists in their communities or domestically.
Postponing games, again these are games, doesn't bring change, just a lot of awareness. Awareness is totally fine, but it's the action of doing things as players in their communities to make change. Throwing money at the issues and not 'working' for a day isn't really going to make a difference. It's a societal, cultural, and institutional change. Not playing a basketball game for one night isn't going to change that. It's a respected move by the teams, players and league. But what does it really do in the short-term to long-term when we're talking about the need for societal, cultural, and institutional change? Not much if anything in the grand scheme of it all...because it's a game.
Several NBA players were involved in the initial protests after the George Floyd death. It wouldn't surprise me if players do get involved in the community if the season gets suspended again or cancelled.The players eventually have a job to do and that's how they get paid. So if they really feel about something, for example like Maya Moore did in the WNBA, then they quit playing, and use their resources and individual platform and actually do things such as becoming activists in their communities or domestically.
Postponing games, again these are games, doesn't bring change, just a lot of awareness. Awareness is totally fine, but it's the action of doing things as players in their communities to make change. Throwing money at the issues and not 'working' for a day isn't really going to make a difference. It's a societal, cultural, and institutional change. Not playing a basketball game for one night isn't going to change that. It's a respected move by the teams, players and league. But what does it really do in the short-term to long-term when we're talking about the need for societal, cultural, and institutional change? Not much if anything in the grand scheme of it all...because it's a game.
See Maya Moore and what she did this past year. That's action, that's what they can do. You and I don't have the resources, money, nor platform to make those changes or heavily influence it. I can only do so much and that starts with my family, friends, and local communities if I see something or come across something and voting.It's their workplace, the players are potentially going on strike(Which far more effective and important than becoming some random activist).
And that's exactly what they should be doing if they can and if they really want to see change. They have the resources, money, and time, and platform. At the end of the day, the game they play helped create a platform, fame, and money for them (not really including the rookies or fringe players). But maybe it's a pathway for the NBA to not only be a sports league at the highest level, but really using their players as community influencers and working with people throughout their communities such as the police/law enforcement, prisons, education system, local businesses, local citizens, etc. on a full effort. Don't leave it up to a few superstars and putting their money about, but really working hand in hand within their team markets and local communities.Several NBA players were involved in the initial protests after the George Floyd death. It wouldn't surprise me if players do get involved in the community if the season gets suspended again or cancelled.
Yeah, you're missing the point.Spoken like a person who isn’t affected one bit by what’s going on. Kudos!
George Hill has said this is why he wants to leave, so he can do more than just bring awareness.The players eventually have a job to do and that's how they get paid. So if they really feel about something, for example like Maya Moore did in the WNBA, then they quit playing, and use their resources and individual platform and actually do things such as becoming activists in their communities or domestically.
Postponing games, again these are games, doesn't bring change, just a lot of awareness. Awareness is totally fine, but it's the action of doing things as players in their communities to make change. Throwing money at the issues and not 'working' for a day isn't really going to make a difference. It's a societal, cultural, and institutional change. Not playing a basketball game for one night isn't going to change that. It's a respected move by the teams, players and league. But what does it really do in the short-term to long-term when we're talking about the need for societal, cultural, and institutional change? Not much if anything in the grand scheme of it all...because it's a game.
Agree with many players concerns about going into the bubble, which obviously restricted their opportunities to support their communities in person. People rally around them for sure.George Hill has said this is why he wants to leave, so he can do more than just bring awareness.
Before going into ‘the bubble’ players were concerned about leaving communities & isolating themselves from the struggles they face.
The long term effects of cancelling the season & them returning to their cities is huge.
Absolutely the right thing to do. The NBA should stand behind the players 100% on this issue.This is excellent. Looks like the NBA has given an okay to the players and teams for this.
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I would not go that far.I would bet all my chips the season gets canceled. If you are going to make this decision then you have to cancel the entire season.
Doing this for one game then coming back the next I dont think achieve anything.
Now if you cancel the season by boycotting the remaining playoffs THAT will be a huge statement.
Their season is not ‘officially over’, it doesn’t work like that. If they don’t make a collective decision to cancel season, they will continue to play - including those who have voted to leave.Lakers and Clippers season is officially over. They voted to boycott the season. Other teams voted to stay.