JFT
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i know for nba teams international competition is a distraction for the NBA but for us (outside the US) it's a big thing. National pride and being able to be represented by the best players of one's country builds national unity and patriotism even if its just a game.Ban international competition this is out of control.
Sorry for the confusion, pinoy, but I was being intentionally overdramatic and/or sarcastic. I do not condone ending international competition.i know for nba teams international competition is a distraction for the NBA but for us (outside the US) it's a big thing. National pride and being able to be represented by the best players of one's country builds national unity and patriotism even if its just a game.
Their really should be something in their contracts to protect teams from this. Dont play, or forfeit % of pay for playing, and forfeit pay based on length of injury. In this case Exum would lose his 2015-2016 pay.
I know youll want to argue and say its not fair to the players, but its become such a huge risk for the franchises.
Who is paying for insurance doesn't make a player think twice about not playing. The potential of losing an entire years salary will.Or they could have the Individual Countries pay for players insurance...
Who is paying for insurance doesn't make a player think twice about not playing. The potential of losing an entire years salary will.
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You could send over college kids and tbh it would probably level the playing field. Sure it may lose some name recognition, and some guys may miss out on marketing opportunites, but it protects the teams, players and gives everyone a fair shot.Yeah but the goal shouldn't be to end these competitions. It would stifle Basketball growing around the world. The goal should be to protect the NBA's investments.
Who is paying for insurance doesn't make a player think twice about not playing. The potential of losing an entire years salary will.
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