The National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) is the union for current professional basketball players in the National Basketball Association (NBA). Established in 1954, the NBPA mission is to ensure that the rights of NBA players are protected and that every conceivable measure is taken to assist players in maximizing their opportunities and achieving their goals, both on and off the court.
Look, I get where the NBPA is coming from as it’s a pretty serious financial hit, and he won’t be eligible for individual awards, but (and I say this as a Grizzlies supporter) 25 games feels about right.
Edit: I just hope this is (finally) the wake-up call he needs as he’s going to be under heavy scrutiny for years and years.