NBA Players Union Challenges All-NBA Eligibility Rule
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NBA Players Union Challenges All-NBA Eligibility Rule: Cade Cunninghams Season in Jeopardy
The NBA Players Association is advocating for a change in the 65-game rule that determines eligibility for major awards, such as All-NBA teams. Detroits Cade Cunningham, who has had an impressive season, is at risk of missing the threshold due to his recovery from a collapsed lung, having played in only 61 games so far.
The union, which played a role in negotiating the rule in the latest collective bargaining agreement, now seeks to modify or eliminate it, arguing that its too stringent, particularly for players dealing with significant injuries.
Several high-profile players, including LeBron James, Giannis Antetokounmpo, and Stephen Curry, will miss out on All-NBA honors this year due to the rule. MVP contenders like Nikola Jokic and Victor Wembanyama are also on the bubble.
While there are limited exceptions for players in 62 games with a season-ending injury, Cunninghams situation doesnt fit this criteria. A few frontrunners, such as Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Luka Doncic, can still afford to miss a couple more games.
As the season draws to a close, expect discussions to intensify on adjusting this rule to better recognize top performers who encounter unavoidable setbacks.
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