Adam Silver sets record straight as the NBA commissioner has no power to veto trades after Luka Doncic deal

NBA Commissioner Adam Silver clarified he has no authority to veto trades, referencing controversy around Luka Doncic’s trade to the Lakers. Silver elucidated that the league only ensures trades comply with collective bargaining rules, dismissing comparisons to the 2011 Chris Paul trade veto.

Feb 13, 2025 0

Adam Silver sets record straight as the NBA commissioner has no power to veto trades after Luka Doncic deal
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver clarified he has no authority to veto trades, referencing controversy around Luka Doncic’s trade to the Lakers. Silver elucidated that the league only ensures trades comply with collective bargaining rules, dismissing comparisons to the 2011 Chris Paul trade veto.
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