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Despite these concerns, Barkley recognizes that this is the greatest time to play sports, both financially and from a health and medical standpoint. He acknowledges the advancements in sports medicine, the improved safety protocols, and the lucrative salaries that players are now earning.
However, Barkley believes that players should be grateful for these opportunities and should be willing to play the game they love, rather than sitting out due to load management. He argues that the current situation is an "embarrassment" and that the league needs to find a way to address these issues to preserve the integrity of the game.