EuroLeague stakeholders meet in Cernobbio, Italy, and vote to reject the NBA’s initial proposal for a Europe-based collaboration, at least for now. Multiple outlets report the rejection is unanimous among club owners participating in the meeting near Lake Como.
Accounts differ on details of what the NBA offers and how the proposal is framed, but all describe the NBA pushing a plan tied to launching a 16-team league in Europe by 2027. After the rejection, EuroLeague indicates it will focus on changing its own structure, including moving from long-term licensing to a more permanent franchise model. One outlet also reports EuroLeague postpones expansion, suggesting room for further negotiations later.
Overall, the decision does not end contact between the leagues, but it signals that the current terms do not meet EuroLeague’s conditions. Sources indicate more talks could follow if the NBA and EuroLeague revisit their approach and align on terms.
