Overview
- Adam Silver met clubs, investors and media partners in Berlin and London and is working toward an October 2027 soft launch.
- The EuroLeague sent a letter warning of possible legal action if licensed clubs are recruited, and nine permanent members have reaffirmed their places with Barcelona expected to sign a new long-term deal.
- Reports identify Real Madrid as a focal target, with ASVEL and Fenerbahçe also linked, while ASVEL owner Tony Parker is consulting on the project.
- NBA Europe executives describe a 16-team, semi-open model with 12 permanent clubs and four merit entries, and they are evaluating placements across 12 cities including London, Manchester, Paris, Lyon, Madrid, Barcelona, Rome, Milan, Munich, Berlin, Athens and Istanbul.
- Four clubs faced an internal January 16 decision point on EuroLeague licences, though contracts can be signed through June 30, leaving room for further movement.