Chris Paul: NBPA aware of player's All-Star Game complaints

NBPA president Chris Paul said that the union is aware of complaints about the All-Star Game from several high-profile players. Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports

Chris Paul: NBPA aware of player complaints about All-Star Game

By Erin Walsh | Last updated 2/6/21

Phoenix Suns point guard and National Basketball Players Association president Chris Paul said that the union is aware of complaints about the All-Star Game from several high-profile players around the league.

However, he admitted Friday that having the ASG amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic and the shortened season was the NBA's decision.

"I talked to 'Bron maybe a week or two ago. I talked to Steph. A few guys."

NBPA president Chris Paul on #NBAAllStar game as guys like LeBron James have been outspoken against it.

"Emotions happen. Guys have feelings and you got to be able to express them and I respect that." pic.twitter.com/d0CGrs7I4c
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LeBron James, James Harden and Giannis Antetokounmpo are among a laundry list of players who have criticized the league's decision to have an All-Star Game this season. James called it "a slap in the face" because the league indicated that there would not be an ASG this year before the season.

Kawhi Leonard even spoke up on Friday, saying he wasn't surprised about the decision to have the game this year because the NBA is prioritizing "money over health."

The NBA has dealt with several coronavirus issues this season. The All-Star Game could only further those issues. In comparison, the NFL opted to have a virtual Pro Bowl using "Madden 21," and the NHL also decided to postpone its All-Star Game.

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