In his annual All-Star weekend news conference, NBA Commissioner Adam Silver expressed satisfaction with the league's new 65-game policy, stating that the intended effect of increasing player participation and reducing injuries is being met this season.
Under the new rule, players must generally play in at least 65 games to be eligible for postseason awards such as MVP, All-NBA Team, Defensive Player of the Year, and others. This change has already impacted several players, with notable figures like Joel Embiid, Tyrese Haliburton, and Jimmy Butler facing eligibility concerns due to missed games.
