NBA's 65-Game Rule: Balancing Health and Awards

0:00This is Corey with NBA News Today, powered by the Daily News Now. Subscribe for daily updates on your team. The NBA introduced a 65-game rule this season to qualify for major awards, like MVP or all NBA honors. The idea is simple. Get more star players on the court during the regular season instead of resting them. But injuries have exposed some problems with the policy. Top performers like Nikola Jokic and Shai Gilges, Alexander, are barely hanging on to eligibility after long absences, raising questions about fairness. Fans and league insiders have pushed back hard, arguing it punishes guys for unavoidable setbacks. Meanwhile, Utah Jazz Coach Will Hardy faces a tough call with his own rising star. Kionte George, the team's third-year guard, has been lighting it up as a top-most-improved player candidate. But angle injuries have sidelined him for 11 games total, leaving him needing 15 of the final 22 to hit the mark.

1:00Hardy wants George to reach 65 games, but puts player health first over any trophy chase. As the season wraps up, it'll be a close watch on whether George stays healthy enough to keep his award hopes alive. This story is made possible by our sponsor. Press play. Put your head down. The sound is already there. S-O-L-L-I-SOLY-PILO.com.