Adam Silver ‘told his lawyer’ about EuroLeague threat

Adam silver,commissioner NBAdelegated recent legal communications. euro leaguehe said at a press conference. of NBA expansion project moves forward Europethe American League is an initiative that sees an opportunity to expand basketball beyond the current EuroLeague fan base.

of euro leagueFor their part, they have expressed opposition to the NBA plan. The European agency reportedly informed that: NBA Legal action could also be taken if the American League begins negotiations with a club that already has a EuroLeague contract for the next 10 years. A letter with this warning was sent out last week, informing all clubs with a EuroLeague A license.

In response to threats, silver “I’ll send the legal documents to my lawyer and let them handle it,” he said. The commissioner also mentioned the possibility of a head-to-head showdown, saying, “I think a conflict is inevitable. I think there is an opportunity here to grow European basketball.” He added: NBA They don’t necessarily compete with other sports organizations, but they compete for public attention.

silver explained the motivation behind the project and said that if the limit is the current interest of fans. euro leaguethe NBA won’t put that much effort into it. “As many of you know, I’m a big fan of European football. I’m amazed at the sense of following and belonging, almost tribal, that comes with the love and support for these organizations. And that’s what we’re targeting,” he said. He stressed that “there is a lot of room for competition” and that fans will be able to support both their favorite football and basketball clubs.

As a long-term vision, nba europe It is not limited to a single continent. silver He expressed hope that the league will be properly established in 2020. Europeis followed all over the world, just like any major soccer team. The NBA’s European expansion is scheduled to begin in 2027 with 16 teams. Twelve of these teams will be permanent European teams, while the remaining four spots will be given to teams from member national leagues. FIBAyou can qualify every year.