NBA plans major investment in European basketball league starting in 2027
ESPN NBA • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 20, 2026, 4:20 PM
Last updated Oct 20, 2026
The NBA will launch a new basketball league in Europe in 2027, which is described as its largest investment in European basketball to date. Deputy commissioner Mark Tatum announced the initiative during a press conference. This move comes as part of the league's strategy to expand its global footprint and develop talent outside the United States. Further details on the league's format and structure are expected as the launch date approaches.
- •NBA plans to start a European league in 2027.
- •This will be the NBA's largest investment in Europe.
- •Mark Tatum announced the initiative today.
- •The move aims to expand the NBA's global presence.
- •Further details on the league will be shared later.
- 5:02 PMESPN NBA — NBA commits to 'unlock the full potential' of new Euro league
"The NBA will make what it calls the biggest investment ever into European basketball when it starts a league there in 2027, deputy commissioner Mark Tatum said.
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