""We've only heard the plan or the fireworks of how amazing it will be, how much potential there is,""
""But having a theory is one -- and making it work is two.""
""We've been here for 26 years. We know how Europe functions.""
""The NBA has been announcing and announcing things for a year, but still it's nothing that you can grasp on," "As businessmen, these are team owners, they also begin to see it's a little bit of a broken record of 'we will announce later,' ... The '27 start is already around the corner.""
EuroLeague views the NBA’s proposed European competition with skepticism but not alarm. The league operates a 20-team format with 13 shareholder clubs that are protected from relegation and several qualification paths for the remaining spots. A 16-team NBA model with 12 permanent members and targeted host cities is being pursued alongside FIBA, aiming for an October 2027 start. Several major clubs have not renewed long-term licenses, yet recent signals indicate extensions and commitments. EuroLeague leadership believes practical execution and understanding of the European system are key factors in assessing any new competition.
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