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NBA Eyes 2026 Expansion Decision: Vegas and Seattle Lead

1/28/2026

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NBA commissioner Adam Silver said the league will decide in 2026 whether to add two expansion teams.
Las Vegas and Seattle stand as the top expansion candidates.
The decision hinges on economic implications, including how revenues are shared among the 30 teams.
The Charlotte Bobcats became the last expansion team in 2004.
Relocation of existing teams has been discussed, but expansion and relocation are separate issues.

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NBA commissioner Adam Silver said the league will decide in 2026 whether to add two expansion teams.
Las Vegas and Seattle stand as the top expansion candidates.
The decision hinges on economic implications, including how revenues are shared among the 30 teams.
The Charlotte Bobcats became the last expansion team in 2004.
Relocation of existing teams has been discussed, but expansion and relocation are separate issues.