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FIBA Announces New NBA-Linked Club Competition for 2027

12/10/2025

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FIBA secretary-general Andreas Zagklis announced a new European club competition with the NBA for an October 2027 launch.
The competition will not be a closed league.
Teams from various domestic leagues may qualify.
The EuroLeague criticized the project.
Zagklis announced changes to the ranking system for the 2027 FIBA Men's World Cup, which will affect draws.

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FIBA secretary-general Andreas Zagklis announced a new European club competition with the NBA for an October 2027 launch.
The competition will not be a closed league.
Teams from various domestic leagues may qualify.
The EuroLeague criticized the project.
Zagklis announced changes to the ranking system for the 2027 FIBA Men's World Cup, which will affect draws.