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Adam Silver discusses superteams, protests and ‘Hack-a-Shaq’

The NBA has announced rule changes meant to discourage teams from intentionally fouling poor free throw shooters.

  • Adam Silver turns his focus to the 2016–17 season, discusssing Kevin Durant’s move to the Warriors, changes for “Hack-a-Shaq” fouls and the WNBA’s recent Black Lives Matter protest.

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LAS VEGAS — With just one year left before a potential work stoppage, commissioner Adam Silver nixed the idea he is celebrating the formation of Golden State’s so-called “superteam,” instead emphasizing that the NBA continues to pursue improved competitive balance.