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Culture of Rest vs. Work Ethic

With players often cited for missing games due to various ailments—sometimes perceived to be minor—the underlying issues within the NBA were pointed out. Critics argue that it’s not just the players who are at fault but also the structure created by coaches and league officials that allows a culture of rest to fester. This new era of analytics has introduced complex metrics meant to protect players, yet it may have backfired, leading to increased absences rather than fewer injuries.