Overview
- Commissioner Adam Silver and deputy Mark Tatum confirmed active discussions with PSG and QSI about a potential role in the NBA’s planned European competition.
- The league reiterated a target start in October 2027 with a 16-team format that includes 12 permanent franchises.
- Financial presentations in London by Raine and JPMorgan outlined very large entry fees—reported above €500 million and up to $1.5 billion—expected to be financed primarily by the applicant clubs.
- Executives emphasized Paris as a priority market and said the NBA is also engaging with Paris Basketball as it evaluates local options.
- Silver characterized the project as long-term with delayed returns and noted a tight decision window for prospective entrants, with additional NBA regular-season games slated for Paris in 2027 and 2028.