Overview

• The NBA governors are meeting on March 27, 2025, to vote on the proposed European league, with majority approval anticipated.
• The league, potentially launching by 2026-2027, would initially feature 8-10 teams across major cities like Paris, London, and Madrid.
• Qatar Sports Investments (QSI), owner of PSG, has expressed interest in creating a Paris-based franchise, exploring options to acquire Paris Basketball or establish a new team.
• The project is being developed in partnership with FIBA, but the Euroligue has been excluded from discussions, raising questions about its future role in European basketball.
• The NBA’s European expansion is expected to generate significant revenue, with franchise entry fees set at €500 million and projections of up to $3 billion annually.