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Associated Press
27-03-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
NBA teams set to hear more about league's plans for future European involvement
NEW YORK (AP) — NBA teams will be briefed Thursday on the league's ongoing quest to further align with FIBA and expand its role in European basketball. The briefing will be part of the day's session at the league's Board of Governors meeting. While no plan is expected to be finalized at the meeting, it will provide an opportunity for team owners to join in the discussions and hear directly from Commissioner Adam Silver about the latest status of the talks. The NBA and FIBA, the sport's global governing body, have been in discussions for some time about adding either an annual competition in Europe or even having an NBA-operated league there. It was a topic at a Board of Governors meeting this past September, one where FIBA secretary general Andreas Zagklis took part. Silver is expected to hold a news conference Thursday afternoon when the meeting ends, with the Europe plan — where it stands and what's next — certain to be among the topics he discusses. In January, speaking at the NBA Paris Games — when the league took advantage of the trip to France to meet with European stakeholders on the topic of the future of basketball on that continent — Silver said he believes the NBA remains 'on track' in the process of expanding its footprint in Europe. That was also when he said the league's governors would be briefed further at the March meeting. ___
Yahoo
25-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
NBA will continue talks on expanding role in European basketball at board meeting this week
The NBA's ongoing exploration of expanding its role in European basketball will continue this week at the league's Board of Governors meeting in New York, as Commissioner Adam Silver said earlier this year would be the case. The NBA and FIBA, the sport's global governing body, have been in ramped-up talks since at least last summer about adding either an annual competition in Europe or even having an NBA-operated league there. What happens next isn't clear. This much is clear: The NBA and FIBA — who have had a working relationship for decades — have a similar vision about the potential of the game in Europe from both a commercial and competitive standpoint. 'At this week's NBA Board of Governors meeting, the league will report on its exploration of a new men's basketball league in Europe, in partnership with FIBA,' a league spokesperson said in a statement Tuesday released to The Associated Press and other outlets. In January, speaking at the NBA Paris Games — when the league took advantage of the trip to France to meet with European stakeholders on this very topic — Silver said he believes the NBA remains 'on track' in the process of expanding its footprint in Europe. That was also when he said the league's governors would be briefed further at the March meeting. 'We are looking very closely to see if there's an opportunity to professionalize the game to another level here, to create a larger commercial opportunity,' Silver said in January. 'And not just because commercial opportunity suggests you can grow revenue, but because we believe that with markets, if you can create proper incentives, you can get significant additional investment. And ultimately, that's the way to grow the game at all levels.' The NBA first played an exhibition in Europe in 1984 and has been sending teams there regularly for either preseason or regular-season games since 1993. San Antonio — featuring French star Victor Wembanyama — played Indiana in Paris twice in January, the first time that two NBA teams played back-to-back regular-season games in Europe against one another. ___ AP NBA:
Associated Press
25-03-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
NBA will continue talks on expanding role in European basketball at board meeting this week
The NBA's ongoing exploration of expanding its role in European basketball will continue this week at the league's Board of Governors meeting in New York, as Commissioner Adam Silver said earlier this year would be the case. The NBA and FIBA, the sport's global governing body, have been in ramped-up talks since at least last summer about adding either an annual competition in Europe or even having an NBA-operated league there. What happens next isn't clear. This much is clear: The NBA and FIBA — who have had a working relationship for decades — have a similar vision about the potential of the game in Europe from both a commercial and competitive standpoint. 'At this week's NBA Board of Governors meeting, the league will report on its exploration of a new men's basketball league in Europe, in partnership with FIBA,' a league spokesperson said in a statement Tuesday released to The Associated Press and other outlets. In January, speaking at the NBA Paris Games — when the league took advantage of the trip to France to meet with European stakeholders on this very topic — Silver said he believes the NBA remains 'on track' in the process of expanding its footprint in Europe. That was also when he said the league's governors would be briefed further at the March meeting. 'We are looking very closely to see if there's an opportunity to professionalize the game to another level here, to create a larger commercial opportunity,' Silver said in January. 'And not just because commercial opportunity suggests you can grow revenue, but because we believe that with markets, if you can create proper incentives, you can get significant additional investment. And ultimately, that's the way to grow the game at all levels.' The NBA first played an exhibition in Europe in 1984 and has been sending teams there regularly for either preseason or regular-season games since 1993. San Antonio — featuring French star Victor Wembanyama — played Indiana in Paris twice in January, the first time that two NBA teams played back-to-back regular-season games in Europe against one another. ___
Axios
05-02-2025
- Sport
- Axios
📸 1 photo to go: Pride across the pond
Though we're missing out on the NBA Paris Games, Victor Wembanyama's hometown courts are a sweet reminder of Spurs pride that's spreading worldwide. The latest: Wembanyama and the team unveiled two basketball courts in his hometown of Le Chesnay earlier this week as part of the Play Paris initiative, led by the Spurs' nonprofit arm. The project honors Wemby's journey from Paris to the NBA and aims to inspire young athletes. Zoom in: The court design is a blend of the Spurs' alternate, retro-inspired logo that's often used on the Frost Bank Center hardwood, but the landmark Le Chesnay clocktower is in the center instead of the Tower of the Americas. Le Chesnay kids were among the first to use the court during a clinic Wemby held on Tuesday. Between the lines: From hosting his teammates in his hometown to playing in the record-breaking NBA Paris Games, Wemby's had a whirlwind week. 🇫🇷 The bottom line: Allez, Spurs, allez!
USA Today
31-01-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Unrivaled live updates: Angel Reese, Rose vs. Phantom; Lunar Owls vs. Laces in 4-0 battle
Unrivaled live updates: Angel Reese, Rose vs. Phantom; Lunar Owls vs. Laces in 4-0 battle Show Caption Hide Caption WNBA multi-team trade sends Kelsey Plum to LA Sparks with Cameron Brink Mackenzie Salmon breaks down the multi-team WNBA trade that sends Kelsey Plum to the Sparks, Jewel Loyd to the Aces, and the Storm with draft picks. MEDLEY, Fla. – One of the busiest weeks in the WNBA offseason will gain more steam as Unrivaled women's basketball kicks off its third weekend on Friday night. Angel Reese and the Rose will face Sabrina Ionescu, Brittney Griner and the Phantom in the first of two games at 7:15 p.m. ET Then, Unrivaled's undefeated teams will fight for first place when Napheesa Collier and the Lunar Owls face Kayla McBride, Tiffany Hayes and the Laces in the second game at 8:30 p.m. ET. Here's everything you need to know about tonight's Unrivaled games, and stay tuned here for live updates from USA TODAY Sports: Unrivaled is available on cable television on TNT in the United States, and TSN+ in Canada. It is also available to live stream on Max, YouTube and Sling TV. Watch: Unrivaled games on Sling TV Collier, the Minnesota Lynx star and Unrivaled league co-founder, has been Unrivaled's best player, averaging 28.5 points and 13 rebounds during the first two weeks. Along with Allisha Grey and Skylar Diggins-Smith, the Lunar Owls are off to a 4-0 start and lead the league in scoring (78.0 points per game) and assists (14.3) with the fewest turnovers (4.8). McBride (25.5 ppg) and Hayes (20.0) are the second- and third-leading scorers in Unrivaled for the Laces, who also started 4-0. They're second in scoring (75.8), but first in rebounding (39.0). The Rose and Phantom each got their first wins of the season last weekend over the Mist, but both have 1-3 records. Reese had 17 points and seven rebounds in her last outing in a 71-66 loss to the Laces last week, while Griner and Satou Sabally each had 29 points in their win over the Mist last week. Ionescu will return to action after attending the NBA Paris Games last week. Sabally is the sixth-leading scorer in Unrivaled (17.8 ppg), while Kahleah Copper leads the Rose (16.0 ppg, ranked 11th). McDonald's announced a collaboration this week with Reese, the second-year WNBA star of the Chicago Sky and one of women's basketball youngest and most popular players. Starting Feb. 10, you can order the Angel Reese Special, which includes a BBQ Bacon Quarter Pounder with Cheese topped with a new BBQ sauce, plus French fries and a drink. WNBA free agency, offseason takes flight The Unrivaled games come during a blockbuster week where several WNBA players will be on the move next season. What is Unrivaled? Unrivaled – the new women's basketball league started by WNBA stars Napheesa Collier and Breanna Stewart – will play its inaugural season from January to mid-March. Six teams with 36 of the best women's basketball players in the world, including Sabrina Ionescu and Brittney Griner, will compete in the 3-on-3, full court games for the next nine weeks. Games will be played at Wayfair Arena in Medley, Florida, which is in the Miami metropolitan area, about 7 miles from Miami International Airport. Laces: Stefanie Dolson, Tiffany Hayes, Natisha Hiedeman (relief player contract), Kate Martin, Kayla McBride, Alyssa Thomas, Jackie Young. Stefanie Dolson, Tiffany Hayes, Natisha Hiedeman (relief player contract), Kate Martin, Kayla McBride, Alyssa Thomas, Jackie Young. Lunar Owls: Shakira Austin, Napheesa Collier, Skylar Diggins-Smith, Allisha Gray, Courtney Williams, Cameron Brink (IR). Shakira Austin, Napheesa Collier, Skylar Diggins-Smith, Allisha Gray, Courtney Williams, Cameron Brink (IR). Mist: DiJonai Carrington, Aaliyah Edwards, Rickea Jackson, Jewell Loyd, NaLyssa Smith (relief player contract), Breanna Stewart, Courtney Vandersloot. DiJonai Carrington, Aaliyah Edwards, Rickea Jackson, Jewell Loyd, NaLyssa Smith (relief player contract), Breanna Stewart, Courtney Vandersloot. Phantom: Natasha Cloud, Brittney Griner, Sabrina Ionescu, Marina Mabrey, Satou Sabally, Katie Lou Samuelson. Natasha Cloud, Brittney Griner, Sabrina Ionescu, Marina Mabrey, Satou Sabally, Katie Lou Samuelson. Rose: Kahleah Copper, Chelsea Gray, Lexie Hull, Angel Reese, Azura Stevens, Brittney Sykes. Kahleah Copper, Chelsea Gray, Lexie Hull, Angel Reese, Azura Stevens, Brittney Sykes. Vinyl: Aliyah Boston, Rae Burrell, Jordin Canada, Dearica Hamby, Rhyne Howard, Arike Ogunbowale. We occasionally recommend interesting products and services. If you make a purchase by clicking one of the links, we may earn an affiliate fee. USA TODAY Network newsrooms operate independently, and this doesn't influence our coverage.
