Many players are worried about whether a long lockout will squander much of the popularity and goodwill generated by one of the most high-profile NBA seasons in a long time.

Working at the NBAPA's Top 100 camp for elite high-school players, Lakers forward Luke Walton expressed concern about how the league's fan base would react to a possible work stoppage that prevents next season from starting on time. He said that was a bigger concern than being without a pay check.