NBA faces challenges in Paris as it explores European expansion plans

theathletic.com February 5, 2025, 04:01 PM UTC

NBA Commissioner Adam Silver is exploring a European league but faces challenges in Paris, where Paris Basketball holds exclusive rights to two key arenas. This complicates plans for a team in a city vital to the NBA's European ambitions. Paris Basketball, founded in 2018, has a budget of $20 million, significantly less than what the NBA envisions. Silver has met with Paris-Saint Germain officials about potential partnerships, but the existing team's rights may limit options for the NBA. The NBA is also considering other European cities, including London, for expansion. Silver plans to present his vision to NBA team owners in March, as interest in a European league grows amid ongoing discussions with various stakeholders.


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