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Kelly Takes NBPA Helm, Eyes Player Future
15 Feb
Summary
- David Kelly elected NBPA executive director, succeeding Andre Iguodala.
- Kelly previously served as NBPA's managing director and general counsel.
- New leadership may oversee expansion and 2030 CBA negotiations.
David Kelly is set to become the new executive director of the National Basketball Players Association (NBPA), taking over from Andre Iguodala. The union announced Friday that Kelly, who has served as the NBPA's managing director and general counsel since February 2025, will assume the role following Iguodala's departure at the end of his term in July.
Kelly's background includes significant experience on the business and legal sides with the Golden State Warriors. He has been a key advisor to Iguodala and NBPA president Fred VanVleet. His responsibilities have included overseeing legal matters and the strategic direction of the organization.
The executive director's term could see significant developments for the NBPA. Kelly's leadership may coincide with the addition of new expansion franchises to the league. He will also be tasked with guiding the union through the collective bargaining agreement negotiations with team owners, with the current agreement set to expire in 2030, though an earlier opt-out is possible in 2029. Kelly previously managed salary cap issues and CBA-related matters during his tenure with the Warriors.
