NBA, FIBA explore European leagueThe two bodies said in a statement they would “in January move forward in their joint exploration” of creating a new professional league in Europe by “engaging prospective teams and ownership groups in the process to join.”MANILA, Philippines — The NBA and International Basketball Federation (FIBA) announced Monday they would begin prospecting teams and owners as part of their project of creating a pan-European men’s basketball league. The two bodies said in a statement they would “in January move forward in their joint exploration” of creating a new professional league in Europe by “engaging prospective teams and ownership groups in the process to join.”“Our conversations with various stakeholders in Europe have reinforced our belief that an enormous opportunity exists around the creation of a new league on the continent,” NBA commissioner Adam Silver said. “Together with FIBA, we look forward to engaging prospective clubs and ownership groups that share our vision.

Source: Philippine Star December 23, 2025 16:01 UTC