Rockets' Fred VanVleet elected new president of NBPA, succeeding CJ McCollum
Houston Rockets guard Fred VanVleet was elected the new president of the National Basketball Players Association during the Board of Player Representatives meeting on Saturday.
He will begin a four-year term immediately, succeeding CJ McCollum.
"“It’s truly an honor to be elected as President of the NBPA by my peers and I look forward to continuing to advocate for the best interest of all the members,” VanVleet said in a statement. “With a deep appreciation for the complexities and challenges players face on all levels of their NBA journeys, I am committed to approaching this role with the passion, dignity, and dedication every player deserves."
VanVleet recently signed a two-year, $50 million contract to stay in Houston. The veteran guard won an NBA championship with the Toronto Raptors in 2019 and was named an All-Star in 2022. He also set records for the highest-paid contract for an undrafted player.
McCollum, who was recently traded to the Washington Wizards, saw his term expire. He had served as NBPA president since August 2021. In 2023, McCollum led the players’ association in negotiations to complete a seven-year collective bargaining agreement.
He’s expected to stay involved in the NBPA, moving into an advisory role.
"It's been a privilege to serve on the NBPA Executive Committee for the past seven years and uniquely shape the business of our game," McCollum said in a statement. "I am encouraged by the future of the PA under Fred’s leadership, as he has earned the basketball community's respect and has proven he is ready for this next step. I look forward to supporting him as we continue building a stronger Association that serves past, present, and future generations of players."
NBPA executive committee
- Fred VanVleet, President
- Grant Williams, First Vice President
- Mason Plumlee, Secretary-Treasurer
- Jaylen Brown, Vice President
- Jaren Jackson Jr, Vice President,
- Donovan Mitchell, Vice President
- Garrett Temple, Vice President
- Karl Anthony Towns, Vice President
- Gabe Vincent, Vice President
(This story was updated with additional information.)