NBA Plans Regular-Season Games in Berlin, London, Paris, Manchester 2026-28

The NBA has announced a significant expansion of its regular-season games in Europe for the 2025-26 through 2027-28 seasons, with confirmed games in Berlin and London in 2026, followed by Manchester and Paris in 2027, and Berlin and Paris again in 2028. The Memphis Grizzlies and Orlando Magic will play two games in Europe during the 2025-26 season, marking the NBA's first regular-season game in Germany and continuing its presence in the UK. These events are part of the NBA's broader strategy to grow its global footprint, with games held in iconic venues like Uber Arena in Berlin and The O2 in London, reaching fans across more than 200 countries. The league is also exploring the creation of a new European league that would incorporate established franchises and new teams in underserved markets, aiming to blend high-level European basketball traditions with the NBA's style. NBA Commissioner Adam Silver emphasized the opportunity to serve fans in Europe and the high quality of basketball played there, noting the presence of many European international MVPs in the NBA. This expansion reflects the NBA's commitment to international growth and increasing basketball's global popularity through these regular-season games and prospective new leagues.