The NBA and FIBA’s long-discussed push toward a new European league appears to be gaining real commercial momentum. In an update on the project, NBA Deputy Commissioner and COO Mark …
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NBA’s New Lottery Push Shows How Serious The League Is About Killing Tanking
by Len Werleby Len WerleThe NBA’s latest draft-lottery discussions are no longer just theoretical tweaks around the edges. They are beginning to look like a real attempt to reshape late-season incentives across the league. …
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NBA Takes Formal Step Toward Expansion In Las Vegas And Seattle
by Len Werleby Len WerleThe NBA’s long-anticipated expansion push moved into a new phase on Wednesday, when the league’s Board of Governors approved a measure allowing the NBA to formally explore bids and applicants …
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Tracy McGrady’s criticism of NBA expansion cuts straight to a concern that always follows growth: whether the league is truly deep enough to support more teams without thinning out the …
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Expansion Could Force A Realignment, And Minnesota Or Memphis Now Appear To Be The Leading Candidates
by Len Werleby Len WerleThe NBA’s expansion plans are not only about bringing teams to Seattle and Las Vegas. They are also about what happens next. According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, one current Western …
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NBA Expansion Push Gains Real Momentum With Seattle And Las Vegas In Focus
by Len Werleby Len WerleThe NBA’s long-anticipated expansion process appears to be moving from discussion toward action. Shams Charania of ESPN reported Monday that the league will hold a vote at the Board of …
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Rick Carlisle Calls NBA Fine “Shocking” And “Unbelievable,” Cites Aaron Nesmith Injury Handling
by Len Werleby Len WerleIndiana Pacers coach Rick Carlisle has publicly detailed his frustration with the NBA’s recent $100,000 fine of the franchise, saying he was “shocked” by how the league handled its review …
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Pablo Torre has added fresh fuel to one of the NBA’s oldest and most corrosive conspiracy theories: that the draft lottery can be “steered” when the league wants a certain …
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Zach Lowe Questions Brandon Ingram As Steph Curry’s All-Star Replacement
by Len Werleby Len WerleThe NBA’s decision to slot Toronto Raptors forward Brandon Ingram into the 2026 All-Star Game as an injury replacement for Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry didn’t land with much …
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The NBA’s Expansion Clock Is Ticking And Seattle And Las Vegas Are Back On The Board
by Len Werleby Len WerleFor years, NBA expansion lived in the safe zone of commissioner-speak: a concept the league “should explore,” a topic owners would “study,” a future decision that always seemed one season …
