NBA Officially Puts An End To Marijuana Testing

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The NBA is looking to limit contact with its players.

When the NBA went to Orlando to play out the rest of its 2019-2020 season, they decided to put an end to marijuana testing as they felt as though it would put their players at risk. This is because in order to test players for marijuana, well, you need to keep in contact with them. As a result, many would be at risk for contracting COVID-19 since there would be more unnecessary in-person interaction.

Now, the league has officially decided to put an end to marijuana testing for the 2020-2021 season, as well. The league wants to keep contact to a bare minimum, especially given the fact that this time around, the players will be traveling between various markets.

Due to the unusual circumstances in conjunction with the pandemic, we have agreed with the NBPA to suspend random testing for marijuana for the 2020-21 season and focus our random testing program on performance-enhancing products and drugs of abuse," NBA Spokesperson Mike Bass said according to reporter Marc Stein.

This means players will be free to smoke weed if they so choose, which is certainly a win for the rights of the players, especially given the fact that marijuana is not a dangerous drug and can even aid in pain management.

Once COVID-19 is over with, perhaps we will see a complete eradication of anti-marijuana policy from the NBA.

NBA Officially Puts An End To Marijuana Testing
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Alexander Cole is the current Managing Editor of HotNewHipHop. He started at HotNewHipHop back in 2018 where he began as a Sports and Sneakers writer. During this time, he has shown an expertise in Air Jordans, Yeezys, and all things that have to do with Nike. His favorite kicks are the Air Jordan 1 High OG, the Air Jordan 4, the Air Jordan 6, and the Adidas Yeezy Boost 350 V2 in the "Beluga 2.0" colorway. Although his collection might not be the biggest, he is always looking to add new styles to it. When it comes to sports, Alex has a particular interest in the NBA and the NFL. His favorite teams are anywhere LeBron goes, and the Kansas City Chiefs. As a Montrealer, the Montreal Canadiens hold a special place in his heart, even if they haven't won the Stanley Cup in his lifetime. Alex also works for the Concordia Stingers, where he provides play-by-play and color commentary for the football, hockey, and basketball teams His favorite hip-hop artists are Kendrick Lamar, Playboi Carti, Travis Scott, and Lil Uzi Vert.
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