NBPA Responds To Orlando Magic’s ‘Alarming’ DeSantis Campaign Donation
The National Basketball Players Association released a statement Thursday to address the Orlando Magic’s $50,000 donation to Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis presidential campaign. The players union stressed that the organization’s support for the conservative politician did not reflect the opinions of the players. The donation was sent in May by the Magic organization to a super PAC, Never Back Down Inc., which raised $97 million for DeSantis in June. It is strange for teams to donate directly to political campaigns, though owners do individually donate millions each year. “NBA governors, players an...