Adam Silver outlines NBA's plan for new European league during CNBC event
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 9, 2026, 1:52 PM
Last updated Oct 9, 2026
Adam Silver presented the NBA's strategy to establish a new league in Europe while attending the NBA China Games 2026 in Macao. He described ongoing negotiations with EuroLeague and other continental stakeholders, highlighting the complexity of European basketball with 1,200 professional clubs. The proposed league aims to enhance competition and presence in the region, although no details on the league's structure or timeline were provided.
- •Adam Silver discussed a new league in Europe during a CNBC appearance.
- •Negotiations are ongoing with EuroLeague and several other stakeholders.
- •There are approximately 1,200 professional basketball clubs across Europe.
- •Details on the league's structure and timeline have not been disclosed.
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