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NBA and FIBA Announce Plans to Explore European Basketball League

The proposed league would feature 16 teams, combining new franchises and existing EuroLeague clubs, and aims to capitalize on basketball's growing popularity in Europe.

Feb 15, 2025; San Francisco, CA, USA; NBA commissioner Adam Silver speaks in a press conference during All Star Saturday Night ahead of the 2025 NBA All Star Game at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images/File Photo
Dakar Arena in Diamniadia, Senegal, is seen during a game between Basketball Africa League's Association Sportive des Douanes and Armee Patriotique Rwandaise in May 2024.
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver addresses the media during a press conference in April 2024.
Mar 15, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; General view of a net inside Ball Arena before the game between the Washington Wizards against the Denver Nuggets. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images/File Photo

Overview

  • NBA Commissioner Adam Silver and FIBA Secretary General Andreas Zagklis formally announced discussions to create a professional basketball league in Europe.
  • The league is expected to include 16 teams, with 12 permanent franchises and 4 rotating clubs based on performance.
  • Talks are ongoing with European soccer clubs like Paris Saint-Germain and Manchester City about potential partnerships and investments.
  • The league would use FIBA rules, such as 40-minute games, and aims to integrate with the existing European basketball ecosystem.
  • The NBA Board of Governors has expressed strong support for the initiative, with franchise costs estimated at $500 million each.