Michele Roberts, a powerful Washington D.C. litigator, has been elected as the next executive director of the National Basketball Players Association (NBPA), better known as the players union, according to multiple reports. She is the first woman to hold the position and replaces Billy Hunter, who was forced out 17 months ago amid charges of nepotism and other concerns.
NBA & Players Donate $250K to Philippines Efforts
It’s devastating to see the aftermath of the typhoon that hit the Philippines. I can’t even imagine what those people are going through. The NBA has stepped up and is donating to help. Info on what you can do to help as well after the jump. Our thoughts & prayers are with everyone there.
NBA: Lebron James Still Considering Becoming NBPA President, Says Union is Going Backwards
Lebron James has a lot on his plate right now as he trains and gets ready to possibly win a third title. Apparently that hasn’t stopped him from considering becoming the NBPA’s (National Basketball Player’s Association) union president. Things are going so bad in the union, Lebron wants to fix it. Read more after the jump.
NBA: League & Union Near Deal to Allow HGH Testing
While the reported use of PED’s (Performance Enhancing Drugs) is sweeping through MLB and slowly through the NFL, the NBA is finally getting closer to testing for HGH (Human Growth Hormone) as well. Read more after the jump.
NBA: NBPA Sends Out Anti-Derek Fisher Memo; Details Leaked
Posted by Sabrina B. @gametimegirl The executive committee of the NBA Players Association sent a memo to its player representatives Tuesday night that presented NBPA president Derek Fisher as a rogue leader who has been delinquent in his duties since the end of the lockout.
NBA: Derek Fisher Refuses to Step Down & Indicates Committee is Hiding Something
National Basketball Players Association president Derek Fisher fired back at the union’s leadership pushing for his resignation on Friday night.  Read more after the jump. @Shay_Marie x @gametimegirl
