National Basketball Players Association

The NBPA is a unique labor institution. For over 40 years, the NBPA has fought to promote the best interests of NBA players both on and off the court. Whether we are negotiating a collective bargaining agreement, prosecuting a grievance on a player's behalf, or counseling a player on benefits or educational opportunities, our mission remains the same -

"To ensure that the rights of NBA players are protected, and that everything possible is being done to help players maximize their opportunities and achieve their goals on and off the court."

NBA players have not always enjoyed the privileges and protections that exist today. Before our union was created, players had to struggle for many of the privileges we take for granted today, like fair salaries and necessary benefits, such as a pension and health insurance.

Our union's members enjoy the highest salaries of any labor organization in the world. The average NBA player's salary is almost $4 million and within the next few seasons will likely exceed $5 million. Our benefits are first rate in every manner.