LeBron James, Maverick Carter, and agent Misko Raznatovic recently met to advance plans for a new international basketball league, initially hinted at by Raznatovic’s Instagram post. The league aims to feature six men’s and six women’s teams touring eight cities, with players potentially receiving equity, following a successful $5 billion investment secured earlier this year.
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Adam Silver met with Real Madrid leaders in Paris to discuss a potential partnership for the NBA's new European league, which could cause other top clubs to follow if Real Madrid leaves EuroLeague after 2026. This week, Silver also engaged with private equity firms and Turkish club Galatasaray, while exploring discussions with German team Alba Berlin and monitoring potential defectors like Barcelona, ASVEL Basket, and Fenerbahce. Want More Context? 🔎
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The SLAM team spent 10 months debating and researching to create an updated ranking of the top 500 NBA players, emphasizing cultural impact alongside traditional stats. A diverse group contributed to the list, which reflects evolving perspectives since the original 2011 issue, inviting the basketball community to celebrate and discuss the game's history and greatness. Want More Context? 🔎
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A proposed international basketball league, likened to F1 racing, gained attention after agent Misko Raznatovic posted a photo with LeBron James and Maverick Carter, hinting at potential collaboration. Early discussions indicate the league may feature teams based outside the U.S. and could require players to sever ties with the NBA, aiming for a launch in the fall of 2026. Want More Context? 🔎
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