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NBA defends second apron after Knicks player criticism
Original: NBA statement defends second apron after Knicks player says it ‘sucks’ for middle class
The NBA has issued a statement defending its second apron rules after a New York Knicks player said the collective bargaining provision 'sucks' for middle-class players. The league pushed back on criticism that the hard spending cap hurts roster depth and player earnings, reigniting debate between players and the league over the financial restrictions.
Why now: A Knicks player's blunt criticism of the second apron prompted an unusual public defense from the NBA, sparking league-wide debate over the CBA.
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- NBA statement defends second apron after Knicks player says it ‘sucks’ for middle class · The New York Times
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