NBPA’s West Coast Hub: A $50 Million Facility in Playa Vista
The National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) has officially opened its brand-new, state-of-the-art training facility in Los Angeles, marking a significant milestone for the organization. Dubbed the PLYRS UNTD Performance Center, this 24/7 facility boasts an impressive 42,500 square feet of space, catering to the needs of NBA players.
Located in the heart of Playa Vista, just 15 minutes away from the Los Angeles International Airport, the facility has been designed to provide a comprehensive range of amenities and services that cater to the diverse needs of NBA players. From top-notch training equipment to advanced recovery amenities, the PLYRS UNTD Performance Center is a game-changer for players looking to take their skills to the next level.
At the heart of the facility’s design is a commitment to player feedback and input. The NBPA has actively engaged with players across the league to gather insights on what they need and want from a training facility. This collaborative approach has resulted in a space that truly reflects the needs and preferences of NBA players.
PLYRS UNTD CEO David Kelly emphasized the significance of the facility, stating, ‘We’ve been thinking about this for quite some time, and finally, we saw the opportunity to make it happen when the Clippers left for Inglewood.’ Kelly added, ‘The response has been phenomenal, and we believe this facility will serve as a catalyst for player development and growth.’
Amenities and Services
The PLYRS UNTD Performance Center boasts an impressive array of amenities and services, including:
- Two full-sized basketball courts built to official league specifications
- A fully equipped athletic training room for treatment and rehabilitation
- A premium weight room featuring equipment hand-selected by NBA players
- Advanced recovery amenities, including a sauna, steam room, dry floating, massage therapy room, and meditation pod
- Dedicated turf spaces for both indoor and outdoor training
- A family room and conference rooms
- An on-site culinary offering with pre- and post-workout fueling options and educational resources
These amenities are designed to provide players with a comprehensive range of resources and services, enabling them to optimize their training and development. The facility’s commitment to player feedback and input has resulted in a space that truly reflects the needs and preferences of NBA players.
Player Involvement and Feedback
The NBPA has actively engaged with players across the league to gather insights on what they need and want from a training facility. This collaborative approach has resulted in a space that truly reflects the needs and preferences of NBA players.
Players such as Trey Murphy, Vice President of the NBPA Executive Committee, have been instrumental in shaping the facility’s design and amenities. Murphy emphasized the importance of having a regulation court, weight room, and sauna, stating, ‘We literally do not have to go anywhere else to work out.’
Biweekly Runs and Trainer Access
The PLYRS UNTD Performance Center offers biweekly runs conducted by PA staff, as well as the option for players to bring their own trainers. This flexible approach caters to the diverse needs of NBA players, providing them with the resources and support they require to optimize their training and development.
NBPA’s Chief Player Experiences Officer Matteo Zuretti described the facility as a ‘performance box,’ stating, ‘What we really want to provide is this box, and then the guys bring whatever they need, and then we fill that gap.’
Zuretti emphasized the importance of providing players with the tools and resources they need, while also giving them the freedom to choose their own trainers and support staff.
The PLYRS UNTD Performance Center is a game-changer for NBA players, providing them with a comprehensive range of amenities and services that cater to their diverse needs. With its commitment to player feedback and input, this facility is poised to become a hub for player development and growth.
