Barca and Real Madrid will join the league plan to prepare the NBA

Commissioner of NBA,Adam silverconfirmed that it is the result of a collaboration with the new European basketball league, Fibaoperation can be started between 2027 and 2028. The schedule has not been closed yet silver He described his purpose in 2027 as “ambitious and undoubtedly.” Front Office Sportsbut it did not rule out the possibility. “I don’t want to go far beyond 2028,” he said. silverhighlighting the urgency of the project.

Official announcement of this initiative NBA and Fibathe global basketball governing body took place in March, closing years of speculation about the creation of a league of this size. The process has progressed quickly, and last month, the incorporation of the key steps have occurred. jpmorgan chain and Rain Group As a financial and strategic advisor who demonstrates the seriousness and commitment of the league.

silver and sub-delegation marks Tatum They held “positive” meetings with political leaders, teams, media companies, potential investors and other sources from across Europe. “I’m going to say I’m excited about it,” he said. silver Project progress. The initial plan is to have a league of 16 teams, but this number can be adjusted as the project progresses.

Famous European clubs such as Real Madrid, Fenerbafe and Barcelonathey are prominent in the plans NBA For this new competition. Furthermore, top-level sports brands include: Manchester City and Paris Saint-Germain Those can also be considered. silver He noted that existing infrastructure can be used in the early stages. Europepostponing the construction of more modern facilities.

Basketball is “probably the fastest growing sport in the world at this time.” silverAnd he holds a solid second place. EuropeRight behind the soccer. This vision is strengthened with the remarkable presence of European talent. NBAwhere one in six players come from the continent, including people like Nicola. JokichGiannis AntetokounmppoLuka Don’tsy And Victor Wenbanyamawho has won multiple MVP awards.

“I think there’s a real opportunity,” he concluded. silver.