The NBA has sent an official proposal to the EuroLeague regarding a potential collaboration between the two organizations, according to various sources. Aris Barkas of Eurohoops.
According to Barkas, the details of the proposal are unknown at this time.
The NBA plans to launch a European league — tentatively known as NBA Europe — ahead of the 2027/28 season. At the same time, the Euroleague intends to expand next fall.
General Director of the Euroleague Chus Buena told Athletic As of 10 days ago, the EuroLeague had yet to receive an offer from the NBA, but said the EuroLeague would welcome a firm offer and “carefully evaluate it.”
“(EuroLeague and NBA officials) have publicly stated that we believe that cooperation is the best way to develop basketball in Europe.” buena said “And I think there is a general understanding that the European basketball ecosystem can create more value by working together rather than fragmenting the market.”
The NBA’s proposal is expected to be discussed by EuroLeague officials and team/shareholders before the EuroLeague owners’ meeting in Italy on Oct. 5, according to Barkas.