Several reports say the NBA is not planning to hold preseason games in the Middle East this upcoming season because of the ongoing conflict involving the United States and Iran. Both outlets note that the league previously staged preseason games in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, with four games held there in each of the past four preseasons. The reports indicate that, despite this recent pattern, the league’s travel and game plans for the region are expected to change for the coming preseason. While the coverage attributes the decision to the war and related conditions overseas, it does not describe specific alternative locations or a revised schedule. The information also does not outline whether the NBA will hold preseason games elsewhere or if the league will scale back its preseason slate. Overall, the reporting centers on the expectation that the NBA will pause its Middle East preseason event plans after multiple consecutive years in Abu Dhabi, citing the current security and geopolitical situation.