EuroLeague CEO: No Formal NBA Offer Yet, But Talks Continue
EuroLeague says there’s no concrete proposal yet
EuroLeague CEO Chus Bueno has clarified that, despite ongoing conversations, the league has not received a formal proposal from the NBA outlining a partnership or how a collaboration would work. He noted that confidentiality agreements are in place, so details won’t be shared publicly unless both sides agree to do so.
Bueno also emphasized that the EuroLeague is open to reviewing any serious offer. If the NBA comes forward with a concrete plan, the league will evaluate it and take it to its owners if appropriate. For now, they’re treating the talks cautiously and weighing any potential benefits for European basketball.
Adam Silver sees potential for a stronger, unified approach
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver has said progress is being made in discussions with the EuroLeague and suggested there’s value in working together. He described a potential partnership as an opportunity to build on Europe’s rich basketball traditions and to elevate the competition by combining existing clubs with new teams in a more unified, NBA-style setup.
Silver stressed that no agreement has been finalized, but he believes a coordinated approach could strengthen basketball across Europe. Both sides appear willing to keep exploring options, with an emphasis on careful evaluation and protecting each organization’s interests as talks continue.
