Home-court advantage in the NBA has declined from 60% to 54% over the past five years, with an increasing focus on 3-point shooting as a key factor in determining game outcomes. While home teams historically had an advantage when making more 3s, the trend has shifted this season with both home and road teams winning at a similar rate in such scenarios. Despite the potential for exploiting this trend in gambling, sportsbooks have adjusted accordingly, making it a trend to monitor.
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Adam Silver emphasized the NBA's interest in establishing a European league during media discussions at Summer League, viewing it as an opportunity to outperform the current EuroLeague in profitability. This potential league would compete directly with the EuroLeague, which has raised concerns about confusion and division within European basketball, while Silver's strategy aims to enhance the NBA's international presence and franchise values. Want More Context? 🔎
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