NBA Europe franchise bids exceed $500 million across 12 target cities

Yahoo Sports1 min read • Latest: Jun 30, 2026, 6:39 PM

Last updated Jun 30, 2026

NBA Europe franchise bids exceed $500 million across 12 target cities
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Bids for NBA Europe franchises were submitted on June 30, 2026, with amounts starting at $500 million in each of the 12 target cities. Over 20 existing basketball and soccer clubs, including current EuroLeague teams, participated, with some bids exceeding $1 billion. This move reflects ongoing interest in establishing a robust NBA presence in Europe. The outcome of these bids will likely influence the future structure of professional basketball in the region.

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  • Bids submitted on June 30, 2026, for NBA European franchises.
  • Amounts starting at $500 million in 12 cities.
  • Over 20 clubs submitted bids, including EuroLeague teams.
  • Some bids reported to exceed $1 billion.
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NBA Europe franchise bids coming in at at least $500 million

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