NBA, Adam Silver and Europe

Adam Silver confirms NBA looking for way to expand footprint in Europe, maybe with new league
Adam Silver and the NBA see an opportunity — and a lot of dollar signs — in starting their own league in Europe. In Paris for a couple of games between Victor Wembanyama’s Spurs and the Pacers, NBA Commissioner Silver again confirmed the league is looking into expanding its footprint on the European continent.
NBA commissioner Adam Silver a big Wemby fan
According to NBA analytics, Wembanyama has become the third-most viewed player globally on social media, behind mainstays LeBron James and Stephen Curry. He generated a billion clicks during his rookie season of 2023-24, becoming the fastest to reach that level of engagement
Adam Silver Reveals 'Everything is on Table' For Potential NBA European League
The possibility of the NBA expanding into Europe has become an increasingly hot topic, especially with NBA Commissioner Adam Silver providing new insights during the NBA Paris Games 2025. When asked about the potential for a European-based NBA league,
NBA still talking about expanding its footprint in Europe, Adam Silver says
The NBA is still exploring ways to expand its role in European basketball. Commissioner Adam Silver said Thursday that those talks with FIBA and other stakeholders will continue.
NBA exploring new league in Europe after EuroLeague rejected partnership proposal last year, per report
NBA commissioner Adam Silver told reporters on Thursday in Paris that the league has been exploring whether starting a league in Europe is a commercially viable option. Silver clarified that no such agreement is in place; however, the NBA sees an opportunity overseas largely due to existing leagues not fully capitalizing on the sport's popularity.
Inside the NBA’s growing talks to add a new league in Europe
NBA commissioner Adam Silver said Thursday that the league is still exploring a standalone European league but talks remain "exploratory."
NBA Commissioner reflects on Kobe Bryant’s legacy on 5th anniversary of his passing
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver issued the following statement on the 5-year anniversary of Kobe Bryant’s passing: “Kobe Bryant ...
Commissioner Adam Silver taking long view on the rise of the 3-pointer
Silver may have to consider rule changes to discourage the trend of teams littering games with 3-point attempts.
Ball Around Notes: Dwight Howard Looking For NBA Return, Adam Silver Speaks Out, More
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'An inspiration' | NBA marks 5 years since death of Kobe Bryant
On Sunday, NBA Commissioner Adam Silver released a statement marking five years since Bryant's death. ATLANTA — Sunday marks ...
NBA Commissioner weighs in on whether Cooper Flagg will be the face of the Association
The 6-foot-9 Flagg, a Duke freshman, is widely expected to be the No. 1 pick in this summer’s NBA Draft. The Washington ...
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National Reporter Confirms Adam Silver's Major Business Decision As $5 Billion Threat Lingers Around The NBA
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Adam Silver: American kids play too many games, leading to overuse injuries
Speaking in Paris, Silver said he thought some of the NBA's injury problems were caused by "repetition," and kids should play more sports.
Victor Wembanyama's dominant presence at Paris Games shows why NBA's possible plans for a European league could work
After commissioner Adam Silver talked about the possibility of an NBA Europe league on Thursday, Wemby shined with 30 points, 11 rebounds, six assists and five blocks in a Spurs rout.