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NBPA pushes for inclusion of expansion fees in collective bargaining agreement

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 9:30 PM

Last updated Jul 28, 2026

NBPA pushes for inclusion of expansion fees in collective bargaining agreement

Summary

The NBA is moving toward expansion with potential franchises in Las Vegas and Seattle. The league aims for a 2027 launch for NBA Europe, which could potentially yield substantial revenue. The NBPA, led by Executive Director David Kelly, is advocating for expansion fees to be included in basketball-related income, emphasizing fairness in revenue distribution. Negotiations surrounding this issue are expected as new teams are established over the coming years.

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Key Details

•NBA expansion includes franchises in Las Vegas and Seattle, with bids around $10 billion.
•Commissioner Adam Silver envisions NBA Europe with at least 12 franchises by 2027.
•Expansion fees currently excluded from basketball-related income under existing agreements.
•NBPA's David Kelly highlights need for fair revenue sharing with player involvement.
•Up to $1 billion bids expected for NBA Europe franchises.

Latest Updates

9:30 PMYahoo Sports — NBPA signals push for multi-billion dollar payout from NBA as expansion push evolves

What they're saying

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The NBA is in expansion mode. As well as the would-be franchises in Vegas and Seattle reportedly attracting bids of up to $10bn, commissioner Adam Silver wants the NBA to expand its horizons into Europe.
— Yahoo Sports

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