The lockout marches on, and you want to keep up with the details. So every day we’re compiling the lockout related news here so you can stay informed.
First bargaining session of the lockout set for early August
27 days in and they’re still a couple weeks away from talking. Oh please, don’t rush on our account, fellas. We’ll just be sitting here looking at YouTube videos and playing NBA2K
The system, not the stupid contracts, creates wasted payroll
Solid point. Even with all the dumb contracts in the NBA this past season, the players still didn’t get the 57% of the payroll they were contractually obligated to receive.
Why have the NBA’s biggest stars gone quiet at a crucial time?
I have a bit of personal history with labor negotiations and I know that when it was negotiation time, the union was out in full force making it known they stood in solidarity. You’d think they’d all take time to take shots at the owners whenever they could. Hell, they’re not even wearing buttons.
CP3 and Melo would consider China
This is really the strongest negotiation tactic they have. Keep up the illusion, boys.
Totally different ballgame: Comparing the NFL and NBA lockouts
More from what was said in yesterday’s chain links. But it’s a good breakdown of the differences
Knicks offer lockout refunds
This seems like it will become standard operating procedure for NBA teams
