CHICAGO, ILL. September 2, 2025 – The National Basketball Retired Players Association (NBRPA) today introduced Stacey Lovelace as the new Director of Member Experience for the organization.
Stacey brings an impressive background as a former WNBA player, Purdue Athletics Hall of Fame inductee, and experienced leader in player development, basketball operations, and community engagement. Her career includes impactful roles with the Detroit Pistons, Motor City Cruise, and the NBA Player Development team, where she helped players successfully navigate professional growth and life beyond the game.
At the NBRPA, Stacey will help strengthen the association's mission to empower former professional basketball players, create meaningful opportunities, and elevate our impact across communities.
"Stacey’s wealth of experience and passion for empowering players will be instrumental as we continue to grow the NBRPA and enhance the value we provide to our members," said Antonio Davis, NBRPA CEO & President.
About the National Basketball Retired Players Association
The National Basketball Retired Players Association (NBRPA) is comprised of former professional basketball players from the NBA, ABA, and WNBA. It is a 501(c) 3 organization with a mission to develop, implement and advocate a wide array of programs to benefit its members, supporters and the community. The NBRPA was founded in 1992 by basketball legends Dave DeBusschere, Dave Bing, Archie Clark, Dave Cowens and Oscar Robertson. The NBRPA works in direct partnerships with the NBA and the National Basketball Players Association. Legends Care is the charitable initiative of the NBRPA that positively impacts youth and communities through basketball. NBRPA Board of Directors includes Chairman of the Board Charles “Choo” Smith, Vice Chairman Shawn Marion, Treasurer Nancy Lieberman, Secretary C.J. Kupec, Mike Bantom, Rushia Brown, Ronald Dupree, Bob Elliott, Eddie Gill, Spencer Haywood, Major Jones, and Sedric Toney. Learn more at legendsofbasketball.com.
To follow along with the NBRPA, find them on social media at @NBAalumni on Instagram, X, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, and TikTok.
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CONTACT: Erin Law, NBRPA – elaw@legendsofbasketball.com, (651) 442-2565