NBA Explores Expansion with Focus on Seattle, No Timeline Set

Commissioner Adam Silver confirms ongoing studies into adding teams, highlighting Seattle and Las Vegas as key prospects, while addressing financial and media challenges.

NBA Commissioner Adam Silver stated that the league is actively studying expansion but has not established a formal timeline for adding new teams.
Seattle remains a primary focus for expansion, with the league acknowledging strong interest in returning to the city after the SuperSonics' relocation in 2008.
Las Vegas and other cities are also being considered, with the league emphasizing the need for fair valuation for new and existing owners.
The recent $6.1 billion sale of the Boston Celtics is seen as a potential catalyst for expansion, signaling strong franchise valuations.
The NBA is addressing challenges such as declining regional sports network revenues and ensuring the economic and competitive viability of potential new teams.