“JR Smith returning to the NBA” – League makes weed legal for players sending fans into a FRENZY on Twitter
With marijuana no longer banned by the NBA, could we see a comeback from JR Smith?
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Former NBA player JR Smith has caused a stir on Twitter after news broke of the league’s decision to remove the ban on marijuana use for players. Many fans are speculating that this change in policy could lead to Smith’s return to the court.
Smith, who last played for the Los Angeles Lakers in the 2020 season, has been a vocal advocate for the legalization of marijuana and has been open about his own use of the drug. He has even launched his own line of marijuana products in partnership with a cannabis company.
With the league’s new policy allowing players to use marijuana without fear of punishment, fans have taken to social media to express their excitement about the possibility of Smith’s return to the NBA. Many have shared memes and jokes about the player, with some suggesting that he may be the first to take advantage of the new policy.
Despite the excitement from fans, it is important to note that the removal of the ban on marijuana use does not mean that players can use the drug during games or practices. Additionally, players who test positive for other drugs or performance-enhancing substances will still be subject to disciplinary action.
However, the decision to remove the ban on marijuana use is a significant step forward for the league and its players, as it recognizes the potential benefits of the drug for athletes. It also aligns with the growing trend of marijuana legalization across the USA, with many states legalizing the drug for medicinal and/or recreational use.
As for Smith’s return to the NBA, only time will tell. While the removal of the ban on marijuana use may make it easier for him to find a team, it will ultimately be up to individual teams to decide whether or not they want to sign the controversial player.
In conclusion, the league’s decision to remove the ban on marijuana use for players has caused a frenzy on social media, with fans speculating about JR Smith’s potential return to the NBA. While the decision is a positive step forward for player wellness and recognizes the potential benefits of marijuana, it is important to remember that the drug is still prohibited during games and practices.
The Age of Entry: NBA maintains minimum age requirement amid CBA negotiations
In the latest rounds of collective bargaining agreement (CBA) negotiations between the National Basketball Association (NBA) and the National Basketball Players Association (NBPA), both parties have agreed to maintain the current minimum age requirement for players to 19, instead of lowering it to 18. This would have allowed high school players to enter the NBA Draft directly, thereby ending the “one-and-done” era in college basketball. However, both the parties did not prioritize this change in the current negotiations.
In 2005, the NBA raised the minimum draft age to 19, and discussions have arisen in recent years about lowering it again. However, NBA owners and executives have shown disinterest or complete opposition towards the idea. Moreover, players now have alternative avenues to earn money before joining the NBA, such as through the G League Ignite or NIL deals in college basketball, reducing the urgency to change the age requirement.
As the deadline for a possible work stoppage looms closer, the NBA and NBPA continue to negotiate the new CBA.
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