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5 hours ago
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Rockets guard Fred VanVleet elected president of NBA players union
Veteran guard Fred VanVleet is widely viewed as a leader for the Houston Rockets, and now his leadership voice has an even larger platform. As first reported by ESPN's Shams Charania, VanVleet was elected as the new president of the National Basketball Players Association (NBPA), succeeding CJ McCollum of the Washington Wizards. VanVleet "is regarded as someone who has seen every level of competition and exhibits advocacy for the union,' Charania writes. He adds: VanVleet was voted NBPA president during the Board of Player Representatives meeting and will begin a four-year term immediately. McCollum's term expired and he will transition to an advisory role, sources said. McCollum, who served as president for the past four years and previously was an executive vice president (2018-21), led the NBPA in negotiations to complete the seven-year collective bargaining agreement (CBA) in 2023. As Charania noted, VanVleet has set records for the highest-paid contracts by an undrafted player. He recently re-signed with the Rockets on a two-year deal worth $50 million, with a player option for the second season. The soonest opt-out date for the current CBA labor pact between the NBA and NBPA is after the 2028-29 season. Thus, VanVleet's current four-year term will overlap with the decision regarding whether to opt out and any associatied negotiations. 'It's truly an honor to be elected as president of the NBPA by my peers, and I look forward to continuing to advocate for the best interest of all the members,' VanVleet said in a statement issued by the NBPA. 'With a deep appreciation for the complexities and challenges players face on all levels of their NBA journeys, I am committed to approaching this role with the passion, dignity, and dedication every player deserves." Beyond the court, VanVleet is committed to philanthropy and advocacy. In recent years, he founded The VanVleet Family Foundation (VFF), which aims to increase access and exposure for youth through educational opportunities, athletic programs, and career development. As a father of three, VanVleet demonstrates leadership and commitment both on and off the court, according to the NBPA's statement. 'It's been a privilege to serve on the NBPA Executive Committee for the past seven years and uniquely shape the business of our game,' McCollum said in the NBPA's press release. 'I am encouraged by the future of the PA under Fred's leadership, as he has earned the basketball community's respect and has proven he is ready for this next step. I look forward to supporting him as we continue building a stronger Association that serves past, present, and future generations of players.' Under VanVleet's guidance, other members of the new NBPA Executive Committee are Grant Williams, Mason Plumlee, Jaylen Brown, Jaren Jackson Jr., Donovan Mitchell, Garrett Thompson, Karl-Anthony Towns, and Gabe Vincent. More: Rockets gain spending power by restructuring Fred VanVleet to two-year, $50-million deal This article originally appeared on Rockets Wire: Rockets guard Fred VanVleet elected president of NBA players union
Yahoo
5 days ago
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Fred VanVleet succeeds CJ McCollum as new NBPA President
The post Fred VanVleet succeeds CJ McCollum as new NBPA President appeared first on ClutchPoints. The veteran guard for the Houston Rockets, Fred VanVleet, has officially been elected as the new president of the National Basketball Players Association (NBPA), succeeding CJ McCollum, per ESPN's Shams Charania. The announcement was made following the NBPA's annual summer Board of Player Representatives meeting. VanVleet, 31, will serve a four-year term as the union's leader, representing all NBA players in critical matters ranging from collective bargaining to player rights and league policy. VanVleet takes over from McCollum, who served as NBPA president from 2021 to 2025 after a prior three-year tenure as executive vice president (2018–2021). During his presidency, McCollum oversaw the negotiation of a landmark seven-year Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) in 2023. That deal introduced significant changes, including the first and second apron system, ensured labor peace through the 2029–30 season, and included a mutual opt-out clause after the 2028–29 season. As president, VanVleet will play a central role if the NBA and NBPA decide to renegotiate the CBA before its conclusion. He will work closely with the union's executive director and executive committee, featuring long-serving members like Garrett Temple (vice president since 2017), to address critical league matters such as scheduling, revenue sharing, player safety, and discipline. 'It's truly an honor to be elected as President of the NBPA by my peers, and I look forward to continuing to advocate for the best interest of all the members,' said VanVleet. 'With a deep appreciation for the complexities and challenges players face on all levels of their NBA journeys, I am committed to approaching this role with the passion, dignity, and dedication every player deserves.' Fred VanVleet's journey to this role is a great example of what persistence can achieve. After going undrafted in 2016, he joined the Toronto Raptors and became instrumental in their 2019 NBA Championship run. He earned an All-Star selection in 2022 and has since signed multiple contracts that made him the highest-paid undrafted player in league history. His current deal with the Rockets is a two-year, $50 million contract signed in June 2025, following a previously declined $44.9 million team option. In the 2024–25 NBA season, VanVleet averaged 14.1 points, 3.7 rebounds, and 5.6 assists across 60 games. He was one of just seven players listed at 6 feet or shorter to play at least 50 games. Off the court, VanVleet is widely respected for his leadership, professionalism, and advocacy for players' rights, having previously led Toronto's G League affiliate Raptors 905 to a championship in 2017. McCollum will now serve in an advisory capacity to the NBPA, supporting VanVleet as he transitions into this leadership role. Former presidents of the union include Chris Paul and McCollum, both of whom held significant influence during their terms. Related: 6 Kevin Durant decisions that tarnished his legacy, ranked Related: Houston Rockets's biggest mistake in 2025 NBA free agency
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5 days ago
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Ex-NBA Players Union Head Tamika Tremaglio Joins Secretariat
Former NBA Players Association executive director Tamika Tremaglio has landed with consulting firm Secretariat. Tremaglio, who left the union job in 2023, will lead global sports consultancy for Secretariat, which advises corporations, law firms and other institutions on legal, risk and regulatory matters. More from WNBA CBA Tensions Rising Ahead of All-Star Break BYU Freshman AJ Dybantsa Lands 8-Figure Fanatics Deal WNBA Union Calls on Nobel-Winning Economist in CBA Talks After working as an advisor to the union since 2012, Tremaglio succeeded Michele Roberts after her retirement in January 2022. Although Tremaglio was on the job for less than two years, she successfully led the union's collective bargaining negotiations with the league as the two sides hammered out a seven-year CBA in the spring of 2023, which runs through the 2029-30 NBA season. While the CBA introduced the second apron for spending above the salary cap—leading to the breakups of contending teams—a key win for the union was the ability to make passive investments on behalf of the players in approved private equity firms investing in NBA teams. Under Tremaglio, the players earned the ability to invest in WNBA teams and become co-investors with NBA team owners in businesses outside of the league. Tremaglio also assisted the WNBPA in negotiating the collective bargaining agreement with the WNBA in 2019, which was enacted in 2020. The WNBPA opted out of the CBA last fall and is negotiating a new agreement set to begin next year. Former Finals MVP Andre Iguodala has been leading the NBA players' union as acting executive director. The union has yet to select a permanent executive director. Though she left in early November 2023, Tremaglio was the highest-paid union employee in 2024. According to the union's annual report filed with the U.S. Department of Labor covering the fiscal year ending Sept. 30, Tremaglio was paid $3.4 million in salary and received $81,989 in 'disbursements for official business.' Prior to taking the lead of the NBPA, Tremaglio worked as managing principal for Deloitte in the Washington, D.C., region. Best of Panthers Win Second Stanley Cup Under Owner Vincent Viola Top 50 Highest-Paid Athletes of All Time Highest-Paid Athletes in the World: Full List
Canada News.Net
5 days ago
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- Canada News.Net
Fred VanVleet elected president of the National Basketball Players Association
(Photo credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images) Houston Rockets guard Fred VanVleet has been elected president of the National Basketball Players Association, the union for current professional basketball players in the NBA, the NBPA announced today. The 31-year-old was elected by his fellow NBA players and will serve a four-year term starting immediately. 'It's truly an honor to be elected as President of the NBPA by my peers and I look forward to continuing to advocate for the best interest of all the members,' VanVleet said. 'With a deep appreciation for the complexities and challenges players face on all levels of their NBA journeys, I am committed to approaching this role with the passion, dignity, and dedication every player deserves.' The NBPA negotiates collective bargaining agreements, files grievances on behalf of players and educates players about benefits and post-NBA career opportunities, among other responsibilities, according to a statement from the NBPA today. VanVleet has dedicated himself to philanthropic and advocacy efforts off the court. He founded the VanVleet Family Foundation in 2016, an organization with a mission 'to increase the access and exposure for the youth through educational opportunities, athletics, and career development.' He succeeds CJ McCollum, who had served as NBPA president since 2021 and will now serve in an 'advisory capacity.' 'It's been a privilege to serve on the NBPA Executive Committee for the past seven years and uniquely shape the business of our game,' McCollum said. 'I am encouraged by the future of the PA under Fred's leadership, as he has earned the basketball community's respect and has proven he is ready for this next step. 'I look forward to supporting him as we continue building a stronger Association that serves past, present, and future generations of players.' VanVleet has had an unlikely career path in the NBA. After four years at Wichita State, he signed with the Toronto Raptors as an undrafted free agent. He spent time in the G League in his rookie year before developing into an All-Star, NBA champion and eventually the highest-paid undrafted player of all time. He has averaged 14.9 points and 5.7 assists per game in his nine-year career with the Raptors (2016-23) and Rockets.
News.com.au
15-07-2025
- Business
- News.com.au
US pro athletes reject antitrust exemptions for college sports
Professional players unions for the five major US sports leagues -- baseball, soccer, basketball, football and hockey -- appealed on Monday for American lawmakers to reject antitrust exemptions or legal liability shields in new regulations for college athletes. While compensation for professional players seemingly knows no limit, college athletes in the US have only been allowed to begin profiting from their performance and reputation in recent years. Now, professional players are weighing in as Congress works to develop a national framework for student athlete profit-sharing, with pros saying they felt a duty to protect future union members while they played in college. "Granting an antitrust exemption to the NCAA and its members gives the green light for the organization and schools to collude and work against student athletes," the unions' statement said. "Historically, antitrust exemptions have been used to set prices, limit wages, and restrict access to opportunities provided by open markets, all while shielding abuse from legal recourse." The joint statement was sent by the Major League Baseball Players Association (MLBPA), Major League Soccer Players Association (MLSPA), National Basketball Players Association (NBPA), National Football League Players Association (NFLPA) and National Hockey League Players Association (NHLPA). The US House of Representatives Committee on Energy and Commerce is considering the Student Compensation and Opportunity through Rights and Endorsements (SCORE) Act after a House settlement last month ensured National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) athletes will receive revenue sharing from their schools for Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) profits. In a statement last week Congressman Gus Bilirakis, a Florida Republican, said a national framework governing such profit-sharing was long overdue, and praised the SCORE Act saying it "delivers the stability, clarity and transparency" student athletes and colleges need. A 2021 Supreme Court decision held that the NCAA is subject to antitrust laws. In their joint statement, the players' unions called for transparency and fair-dealing. "It is not hard to imagine a situation where NCAA and its members collude to restrict revenue sharing and deny student athletes fair compensation with the confidence of immunity against legal action. Indeed, they have been doing exactly that for decades. "The NCAA should not have a blank check to impose their will on the financial future of over 500,000 college athletes."
