Rockets Guard Fred VanVleet Elected NBPA President Replacing CJ McCollum

Fred VanVleet, the Houston Rockets guard, has been elected president of the National Basketball Players Association (NBPA), succeeding C.J. McCollum, who will now serve in an advisory role. VanVleet, a nine-year NBA veteran and 2019 NBA champion, was chosen to lead the union for a four-year term during the NBPA's annual meeting in Las Vegas. He is known for his rise as an undrafted player to becoming an All-Star and signing record-breaking contracts for an undrafted player, including a recent two-year, $50 million deal with the Rockets. The NBPA, under McCollum's leadership, secured a collective bargaining agreement through the 2029-30 season, impacting league operations, including roster construction and free agency. VanVleet expressed his commitment to advocating for player interests with passion and dedication. His leadership comes as the Rockets, bolstered by new superstar Kevin Durant, are positioned as strong contenders in the Western Conference.