The NBA says the Orlando Magic’s recent $50,000 donation to a super PAC supporting Gov. DeSantis “does not represent player support for the recipient.”
Nathaniel S. Butler / NBAE via Getty Images fileThe National Basketball Players Association said Thursday that the Orlando Magic’s recent $50,000 donation to a super PAC supporting Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis “does not represent player support for the recipient.”recent comments and policies of its beneficiaryIt added: “NBA governors, players and personnel have the right to express their personal political views, including through donations and statements.
A team spokesman said the donation was given before DeSantis entered the presidential race. “It was given as a Florida business in support of a Florida governor for the continued prosperity of Central Florida,” the spokesman said.
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