Amid Outrage against NBA over ‘Load Management’, Stephen Curry Rubbishes “Misconception” That May Anger Players
Despite an illustrious 75-year run, the NBA has seen a notorious practice evolve more significantly over time. In the modern NBA, the despised practice of load management has become increasingly prevalent despite advances in medical science and technology. Recently, Hall of Famer Charles Barkley issued a major warning to the NBPA over the load management issue becoming a point of contention in the upcoming CBA. But interestingly, amid all the outrage in the NBA world, Stephen Curry recently provided a fresh perspective on the matter.
However, the four-time NBA champion’s attempt to dispel the “misconception” about load management may not have gone down well with players who have campaigned against load management for some time. time now.
Stephen Curry on load management
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In early January, Stephen Curry suffered a shoulder injury which sidelined him for most of the month. However, he returned to the team a few weeks ago and helped the Golden State Warriors improve to 26-24. Likewise, after an impressive win in his last outing against the Oklahoma City Thunder, the reigning Finals MVP has broken his silence on the recent outrage surrounding charge management.
After scoring 38 points in the 128-120 win, Curry spoke candidly about the load management issue in the post-game press conference. According to an NBC Sports article, he said, “I usually campaign to play all games,” “It’s a misconception about load management and how it happens. It’s never the player who usually says, “Hey, I want to sit down. » »
Additionally, he also attempted to clarify how load management actually works behind the scenes between teams, “So for all those people who are worried about this part of our league, it’s usually not the player going to the coaching staff and saying, ‘Hey, I don’t have it tonight.’ It’s usually the other way around.There’s a lot of science involved.
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However, the 2x MVP’s attempt to calm the storm regarding load management may have been confusing to many. Curry’s argument that players aren’t the ones who want load management goes against the essence of the fight that many players and coaches have been fighting for a long time. Interestingly, Curry’s statements also contradict his own coach’s campaigns.
Steve Kerr’s fight for a shortened season
Steve Kerr, who has already campaigned for a shortened season, recently doubled his position. The Warriors came under fire after resting their four stars on their only road trip to Cleveland, taking on the Cleveland Cavaliers.
Steve Kerr on the Warriors sitting their big names in Cleveland tonight
“I feel bad for the fans who bought a ticket expecting to see someone play. It’s a brutal part of the business. That’s why I’m going to continue to advocate for 72-game seasons. .
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— Anthony Slater (@anthonyVslater) January 20, 2023
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That night, in an impassioned monologue, Kerr explained how load management became a must in the hectic 82-game schedule. Moreover, he campaigned for a shortened season with just 72 games as he believes the solution lies in fewer consecutive games. The 4x champion backed up his arguments with solid arguments: “We have a lot more information on how to prevent injuries. Each team has a team of doctors who advise us to sit our stars for 10 games a year. “
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