Breaking news on the NBA Europa project: Euroleague trembles

The NBA and FIBA are working together to launch a new basketball league in Europe that could start in 2027 or 2028, although there is not yet a definite schedule. This was confirmed by NBA Commissioner Adam Silver during a conference organized by Front Office Sports. Silver described the 2027 start as an "ambitious" goal due to the challenges that still need to be resolved, but did not rule out that possibility. He emphasized that utilizing existing arenas in different European cities would allow the project to kick off while more modern infrastructures are being developed. The battle with the Euroleague is imminent. 

Silver noted he wouldn’t want the start to extend beyond 2028, arguing that "the opportunity is now to do something like this." Earlier this year, he had mentioned that a launch coinciding with the Los Angeles Olympics in 2028 could be most convenient.

The NBA and FIBA announced in March their intention to advance this new league, putting an end to years of speculation about a possible expansion into Europe. The process has been swift, and last month, the NBA added JPMorgan Chase and Raine Group as advisors on financial and strategic matters. Silver explained that both he and Deputy Commissioner Mark Tatum have held positive meetings with political leaders, clubs, media companies, potential investors, and other relevant stakeholders in Europe, while internal work within the league continues to materialize the project.

The initial plans consider a competition with 16 teams, although that number could vary. Established basketball clubs like Real Madrid, Fenerbahce Istanbul, or Barcelona would be among the candidates to join, along with sportswear brands linked to football such as Manchester City or Paris Saint-Germain.

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